Recall 14V066 affects 336 2010-2013 Elkhart Eci and Ecii transit buses for pinched alternator harnesses. Repair is free at any franchised Elkhart dealer.
Elkhart is recalling 336 2010-2013 Eci and Ecii transit buses because the alternator harness can be pinched near the air conditioner compressor bracket. A damaged harness can shut down the charging system, stall the bus while driving, increase crash risk, or short circuit and result in fire; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The alternator harness on 2010-2013 Elkhart Eci and Ecii buses is the wiring bundle that carries electrical power and control signals between the alternator and the rest of the charging system. The alternator keeps the battery charged while the Ford 5.4L or 6.8L engine is running, so that wiring needs a clear path away from brackets, clamps, and service points.
On affected buses with a Trans/Air air compressor, the harness routing and the heater hose spring clamp orientation create a pinch point at the front of the intake manifold. The alternator harness can get trapped between that spring clamp and the air conditioner compressor mounting bracket. That contact can damage the wiring insulation or squeeze the wires, which interferes with the charging-system connection the harness is supposed to protect.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver can see charging-system trouble only after the wiring problem has already affected the electrical system.
Who's affected?
Spans the Eci and Ecii buses across the 2010-2013 model years, all tied to the same electrical system component.
| 2011 Elkhart Eci | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Elkhart Eci | electrical system |
| 2010 Elkhart Eci | electrical system |
| 2012 Elkhart Ecii | electrical system |
| 2011 Elkhart Ecii | electrical system |
| 2010 Elkhart Ecii | electrical system |
| 2013 Elkhart Ecii | electrical system |
| 2013 Elkhart Eci | electrical system |
| Units affected | 336 |
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?
An alternator harness damaged by the spring clamp can disable charging, stall the vehicle while driving, and increase crash risk. The same clamp can pierce both alternator wires, creating a short circuit that can result in a fire. Schedule inspection and harness repair promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Elkhart dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2013 Elkhart Eci or Ecii transit bus is included in this recall.
- Review the Elkhart owner notice mailed on March 14, 2014, then reference recall number 14V066 when you call.
- Contact Elkhart customer service at 1-866-478-7652 for dealer scheduling guidance.
- Schedule the free alternator-harness inspection and clamp correction that keeps the harness from being pinched or shorted.
- Bring the recall notice to the dealer if you have it.
- Stop driving the bus if it stalls, loses charging-system power, or shows signs of an electrical short; arrange service before putting it back on the road.
What happens at the repair
Elkhart's remedy for campaign 14V066 is a dealer inspection of the alternator harness and heater hose clamp area near the front of the intake manifold. Once the dealer repair is available, an Elkhart technician will correct the clamp installation, repair the alternator harness, and reroute the harness if the inspection shows contact or damage. The recall repair is free. The owner notice listed Elkhart customer service at 1-866-478-7652 for questions about the repair process.
Timeline
| February 10, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 14, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V066?
Recall 14V066 covers 336 2010-2013 Elkhart Eci and Ecii transit buses built on Ford cutaway chassis with specific engines and Trans/Air-brand air compressors. The alternator harness can be pinched near a heater hose spring clamp. Elkhart dealers inspect and repair the clamp and harness routing for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2013 Elkhart Eci or Ecii is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 14V066. If it is, contact an Elkhart dealer or Elkhart customer service at 1-866-478-7652 to schedule the inspection and needed harness or clamp repair. The recall repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Elkhart's remedy states that dealers will inspect the vehicle, correct the clamp installation, and repair or reroute the alternator harness as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is stalling or fire. If the alternator harness is pinched, the charging system can fail and the bus can stall while driving, increasing crash risk. If the spring clamp pierces both alternator harness wires, it can create a short circuit and start a fire.
What if I bought this Elkhart bus used?
The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the current owner or where the bus was purchased. Check your VIN, then reference recall 14V066 when you call the dealer or Elkhart customer service for repair scheduling.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V066000 |
|---|---|
| Elkhart customer service | 1-866-478-7652 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V066 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V066000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →