Recall 11V243 covers 4,333 2007-2011 Eldorado Aero Elite, Transtech, Aerotech, and Aerolite buses for loose air-conditioner fuses. Carrier provides the free repair.
Eldorado is recalling 4,333 2007-2011 Aerotech, Aerolite, Aero Elite, and Transtech buses equipped with Carrier GenV EM-1 evaporator units because the fuse can loosen in its holder, creating high resistance and arcing. Enough arcing can melt the fuse holder and start a vehicle fire; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2007-2011 Eldorado Aero Elite, Transtech, Aerotech, and Aerolite buses use a Carrier GenV EM-1 evaporator unit as part of the air conditioning system. The evaporator helps cool air before it is sent through the bus cabin. Its electrical circuit uses a fuse and fuse holder to protect the air conditioning equipment from excess current.
On these buses, heat and vibration over time loosen the fuse inside the holder. A loose fuse makes poor electrical contact, which creates high resistance, meaning the current has to push through a weak connection. That weak connection leads to arcing, a spark-like jump of electricity inside the fuse holder.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or operator should not count on a light, sound, or change in air conditioning performance before the fuse connection fails.
Who's affected?
Spans four Eldorado bus lines across the 2007-2011 model years, all tied to the air conditioner.
| 2009 Eldorado Aero Elite | Air conditioner |
|---|---|
| 2009 Eldorado Transtech | Air conditioner |
| 2008 Eldorado Transtech | Air conditioner |
| 2011 Eldorado Aero Elite | Air conditioner |
| 2011 Eldorado Transtech | Air conditioner |
| 2007 Eldorado Aerotech | Air conditioner |
| 2008 Eldorado Aerotech | Air conditioner |
| 2010 Eldorado Aerotech | Air conditioner |
| 2007 Eldorado Aerolite | Air conditioner |
| 2011 Eldorado Aerolite | Air conditioner |
| 2010 Eldorado Aerolite | Air conditioner |
| 2009 Eldorado Aerolite | Air conditioner |
| 2008 Eldorado Aerolite | Air conditioner |
| 2008 Eldorado Aero Elite | Air conditioner |
| 2011 Eldorado Aerotech | Air conditioner |
| 2007 Eldorado Transtech | Air conditioner |
| 2010 Eldorado Transtech | Air conditioner |
| 2009 Eldorado Aerotech | Air conditioner |
| 2010 Eldorado Aero Elite | Air conditioner |
| 2007 Eldorado Aero Elite | Air conditioner |
| Units affected | 4,333 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
NHTSA campaign 11V243 describes fuse-holder arcing that can melt the holder and lead to a vehicle fire. Because the risk is fire, schedule the recall work once the repair path is open and follow dealer instructions if the electrical system shows trouble. Repair will be free at any franchised Eldorado dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2011 Eldorado Aero Elite, Transtech, Aerotech, or Aerolite bus is included in this recall.
- Call Carrier at 1-800-793-4741 for the retrofit kit and repair instructions for the GenV EM-1 evaporator fuse holder.
- Reference recall number 11V243 when you call, and tell the service contact the bus has a Carrier GenV EM-1 evaporator unit.
- Avoid using the air-conditioning system until the retrofit is complete if the fuse holder shows heat damage, melting, or arcing.
- Keep the repair paperwork after the free retrofit service is completed.
What happens at the repair
The known remedy is a Carrier retrofit kit for the GenV EM1 evaporator unit. Once the repair is available, an Eldorado technician installs the kit using Carrier's repair instructions so the fuse holder problem is corrected. The work is free under the recall. Carrier also said it would notify owners and explain how to obtain the retrofit kit and instructions, so the service desk should be able to confirm the kit path for an included bus.
Timeline
| April 19, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V243?
Recall 11V243 covers 4,333 2007-2011 Eldorado Aero Elite, Transtech, Aerotech, and Aerolite buses equipped with Carrier GenV EM-1 evaporator units. The fuse can loosen in the holder, creating high resistance and arcing that can melt the holder and lead to a vehicle fire.
What should I do if my 2007-2011 Eldorado Aero Elite, Transtech, Aerotech, or Aerolite is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 11V243. If it is, contact Eldorado service or Carrier at 1-800-793-4741 and reference recall 11V243. Carrier provides the retrofit kit and repair instructions, and the service is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect remedy to be completed at no cost, and the recall remedy says this service is free. Carrier provides information on how to obtain the retrofit kit and repair instructions for the affected Eldorado buses.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If the evaporator-unit fuse loosens in its holder, high resistance and arcing can occur. Enough arcing can melt the fuse holder and lead to a vehicle fire, so confirm the VIN and arrange the free retrofit repair.
When did the safety recall begin?
The safety recall began on April 29, 2011. That means affected owners were already eligible for the free retrofit process. If you bought the bus used or never received a notice, check your VIN and reference recall 11V243 when contacting Eldorado service or Carrier.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V243000 |
|---|---|
| Eldorado customer service | 1-800-793-4741 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V243 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V243000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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