Recall 14V231 affects 30 2010 Federal Coach Premier and Spirit buses for overheating door-actuator circuit boards. Free repair at any franchised Federal Coach dealer.
Federal Coach is recalling 30 2010 Premier and Spirit transit buses equipped with A&M Systems door actuators because voltage spikes can damage electrical parts and create high resistance on the actuator circuit board. That resistance can overheat the board and increase the risk of a fire; the Federal Coach dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The door actuator on these 2010 Federal Coach Premier and Spirit transit buses is the electric part that moves the passenger door when the door control is used. It relies on a circuit board and related wiring to send power through the actuator in the right amount. When that board works correctly, the door opens and closes as commanded.
On affected buses, A&M Systems-brand door actuators are vulnerable to voltage spikes. A voltage spike is a short electrical surge, and it can damage the actuator's electrical components and circuits. That damage can make the circuit board develop high resistance, which means electricity no longer flows through the board the way it should.
There is no warning sign before failure. After the electrical damage occurs, the clearest sign is a door actuator that does not respond normally when the door control is used.
Who's affected?
Both listed models share the same electrical-system component for this recall.
| 2010 Federal Coach Premier | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2010 Federal Coach Spirit | electrical system |
| Units affected | 30 |
A matching 2010 Federal Coach Premier or Spirit does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
High resistance in the circuit board creates an overheating risk and increases the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before failure, so the VIN check matters more than model year alone. If your VIN is included, schedule service promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Federal Coach dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Federal Coach Premier or Spirit is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Federal Coach dealer to ask about the free circuit-board replacement.
- Reference recall number 14V231 when you call so the service desk can match the door-actuator circuit-board repair.
- Bring the recall notice if Federal Coach sent one with the bus.
- Park the bus away from structures if the door actuator shows electrical overheating signs, and ask the dealer before moving it.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Federal Coach technician replaces the affected door actuator circuit board. The repair addresses electrical damage from voltage spikes that can leave the circuit board with high resistance. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 14V231. Call Federal Coach or the dealer service desk to confirm appointment timing before bringing in the bus.
Timeline
| May 2, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 3, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V231?
Recall 14V231 covers 30 2010 Federal Coach Premier and Spirit transit buses with A&M Systems-brand door actuators. Voltage spikes can damage the actuator circuit board, create high resistance, overheat the board, and raise fire risk. Federal Coach dealers replace the circuit board for free.
What should I do if my 2010 Federal Coach Premier or Spirit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 14V231. If it is, contact a Federal Coach service location to schedule the circuit-board replacement. Reference recall 14V231 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Federal Coach's remedy says dealers replace the actuator circuit board free of charge. The recall began in June 2014.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V231?
The safety risk is fire. In recall 14V231, voltage spikes can damage electrical components in the door actuator, causing high resistance on the circuit board. That high resistance can overheat the board and raise the risk of a fire.
Who do I call about recall 14V231?
Call Federal Coach at 1-800-348-7440 for recall support. Have your VIN ready and ask whether your 2010 Premier or Spirit transit bus is included in recall 14V231. If it is included, ask where to schedule the free circuit-board replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V231000 |
|---|---|
| Federal Coach customer service | 1-800-348-7440 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V231 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V231000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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