2006-2010 Elkhart Eci and Elkhart Ecii recall: air conditioner

Elkhart Coach reported this safety recall on January 6, 2012. It covers about 125 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 125
reported: Jan 6, 2012
owners notified: Jan 5, 2012

Equipment: appliance: air conditioner

What is wrong: Elkhart is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 eci and ecii vehicles manufactured from january 1, 2006, through december 31, 2010, and equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units (em-1). Due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
Risk: If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and may be accompanied by flame, smoke and potential fire.
Remedy: Elkhart will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on january 5, 2012. (see carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1‑800‑348‑7440.

Recall number 12V003000

Affected vehicles

Elkhart Eci 2006-2010 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Elkhart Ecii 2006-2010 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

Questions about recall 12V003000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2010 Elkhart Eci and Elkhart Ecii air conditioner?

Yes. Recall 12V003000, reported on January 6, 2012, covers about 125 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V003000?

Elkhart will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on january 5, 2012. (see carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1‑800‑348‑7440.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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