Recall 10V582 affects 28 2009-2010 Aasv Spirit Of Mobility buses for a pinched alternator cable. Repair is free at any franchised Aasv dealer.
Aasv is recalling 28 2009-2010 Spirit Of Mobility transit buses equipped with Penn Tex 200 amp alternators because the positive alternator cable is routed where it can be pinched against nearby components. If the insulation wears through, the exposed wire can generate enough heat to ignite transmission fluid and start a fire; the Aasv dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The alternator on 2009-2010 Aasv Spirit Of Mobility transit buses charges the battery and feeds electrical power while the engine is running. On these buses, the alternator uses a positive cable that runs from the rear of the alternator to the positive battery terminal. That cable carries electrical current at all times, even when the bus is parked.
The problem is the cable route. The positive cable passes over the transmission dipstick tube and sits where it can be squeezed between that tube and the blower motor housing. That pressure rubs through the protective convolute and the insulation around the cable. Once the insulation is worn through, the energized wire is exposed near metal parts instead of being shielded.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or technician is not told to expect a light, noise, smell, or driveability change before the cable insulation wears through.
Who's affected?
Includes the 2009 and 2010 model years, with both tied to the same electrical system component.
| 2009 Aasv Spirit Of Mobility | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2010 Aasv Spirit Of Mobility | electrical system |
| Units affected | 28 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
An exposed cable carrying electrical current can overheat enough to ignite transmission fluid inside the tube, resulting in a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and follow dealer instructions about using the vehicle before the repair is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Aasv dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 Aasv Spirit Of Mobility is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Aasv dealer to confirm the free alternator-cable routing repair that keeps the hot positive cable from wearing through near the transmission dipstick tube.
- Reference recall number 10V582 when you call, and bring the owner notice if you have it.
- Avoid operating the bus until the dealer confirms the cable routing and insulation repair is complete.
- Call Aasv customer service at 1-866-953-5555 with questions about scheduling or recall coverage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Aasv technician handles the necessary free repairs for the alternator positive cable routing covered by recall 10V582. The repair focuses on the cable running from the rear of the Penn Tex alternator to the positive battery terminal, where the routing placed it over the transmission dipstick tube and near the blower motor housing. The dealer repair will be free once available. Before scheduling, confirm the current service path with Aasv customer service or the servicing dealer.
Timeline
| November 18, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 14, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V582?
Recall 10V582 covers 28 2009-2010 Aasv Spirit Of Mobility transit buses equipped with Penn Tex 200 amp alternators. The positive alternator cable can be pinched near the blower motor housing and transmission dipstick tube, wearing through insulation. Dealers perform the repair for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 Aasv Spirit Of Mobility is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 10V582. If it is, contact an Aasv dealer or Aasv customer service at 1-866-953-5555 to arrange the free repair. Reference recall number 10V582 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will perform the necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on December 14, 2010.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. In recall 10V582, an exposed alternator cable carrying electrical current can generate enough heat to ignite transmission fluid inside the dipstick tube. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair if your bus is included.
What if I bought this Aasv Spirit Of Mobility used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor safety recalls regardless of ownership history. If you never received a notice for recall 10V582, check your VIN and call an Aasv dealer or 1-866-953-5555 with the recall number.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V582000 |
|---|---|
| Aasv customer service | 1-866-953-5555 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V582 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V582000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →