2001-2013 Prevost H3 and Prevost XL recall: 12v/24v/48v battery
Marathon Coach, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 6, 2014. It covers about 450 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 450
- reported
- Feb 6, 2014
- owners notified
- May 16, 2014
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- Marathon Coach, Inc. (Marathon) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Marathon Conversions Prevost XL, and H3 motorcoaches equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
- Risk
- Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Marathon will notify owners, and Marathon service centers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014. Owners may contact Marathon at 1‑352‑588‑4500.
Recall number 14V041000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 14V041000
Is there a recall on the 2001-2013 Prevost H3 and Prevost XL 12v/24v/48v battery?
Yes. Recall 14V041000, reported on February 6, 2014, covers about 450 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 14V041000?
Marathon will notify owners, and Marathon service centers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014. Owners may contact Marathon at 1‑352‑588‑4500.
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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