2006-2014 Gm G3500 and Gm G4500 recall: air conditioner

Trans-Air Manufacturing Corp. reported this safety recall on April 10, 2015. It covers about 835 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 835
reported: Apr 10, 2015
owners notified: May 29, 2015

Equipment: appliance: air conditioner

What is wrong: Trans-Air Manufacturing Corp. (Trans-Air) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 GM G3500 and G4500 vehicles modified with Trans-Air add-on compressor mount kits, part numbers 4012506-01, 4012506-02, 4013126-01, 4013126-02, 4013235-01, 4013235-02, 4012909, 4013125, 4013222 and 717173 installed by Trans-Air personnel. After installing a compressor, a power distribution terminal strip may not have been properly reconnected.
Risk: If the power distribution terminal strip has a poor connection or a loose connection, the strip may arc or overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Trans-Air will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power distribution terminal strip connection, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2015. Owners may contact Trans-Air customer service at 1‑800‑673‑2446.

Recall number 15V213000

Affected vehicles

Gm G3500 2006-2014 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Gm G4500 2006-2014 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014

Questions about recall 15V213000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2014 Gm G3500 and Gm G4500 air conditioner?

Yes. Recall 15V213000, reported on April 10, 2015, covers about 835 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V213000?

Trans-Air will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power distribution terminal strip connection, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2015. Owners may contact Trans-Air customer service at 1‑800‑673‑2446.

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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