Recall 15V300 covers 76 2006-2015 Starcraft Quest and Prodigy school buses for a loose power terminal strip. Free repair at any franchised Starcraft dealer.
Starcraft is recalling 76 2006-2015 Quest and Prodigy school buses because a power distribution terminal strip in Trans-Air compressor installations was not properly reconnected. A poor or loose connection can arc or overheat and increase the risk of a vehicle fire; Starcraft dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2006-2015 Starcraft Quest and Prodigy school buses use an add-on air-conditioning compressor mounted on a GM cutaway chassis. During that installation, an original GM power cable at the front of the engine compartment has to be disconnected from a power distribution terminal strip. That strip is a connection point that sends battery power to electrical circuits.
The problem is the reconnection step. After the compressor mount kit is installed, the cable can be put back on the terminal strip stud incorrectly or left without a secure connection. A poor connection creates extra electrical resistance, which turns current into heat at the stud and nearby wiring instead of carrying power cleanly through the circuit.
Owners and drivers can notice a smell of smoke or heat coming from under the hood. The terminal strip stud can also be hot to the touch. There can also be no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Spans Quest and Prodigy buses across the 2006-2015 model years, with air conditioner and wiring components listed for each model year.
| 2014 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
|---|---|
| 2014 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| 2013 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
| 2013 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| 2011 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
| 2011 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| 2010 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
| 2010 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| 2009 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
| 2009 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| 2010 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2010 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2009 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2009 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2007 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2007 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2015 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
| 2015 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| 2008 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2008 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2015 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2015 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2014 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2014 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2013 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2013 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2012 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2012 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2011 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2011 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2006 Starcraft Prodigy | Air conditioner |
| 2006 Starcraft Prodigy | wiring |
| 2012 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
| 2012 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| 2006 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
| 2006 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| 2007 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
| 2007 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| 2008 Starcraft Quest | Air conditioner |
| 2008 Starcraft Quest | wiring |
| Units affected | 76 |
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?
A poor or loose power distribution terminal strip connection can arc or overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire. Smoke smell, heat under the hood, or a hot terminal strip stud are warning signs, but there can also be no warning sign before the problem. Schedule the inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Starcraft dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2015 Starcraft Quest or Prodigy school bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Starcraft dealer to schedule the free inspection and correction of the power distribution terminal strip connection that addresses arcing, overheating, and fire risk from a loose connection.
- Bring the recall notice if Starcraft mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V300 and Starcraft recall 15V-213 when you call.
- Call Starcraft customer service at 1-800-348-7440 with questions about the inspection or dealer scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Starcraft technician inspects the power distribution terminal strip connection tied to the Trans-Air compressor installation. If the connection is loose, incomplete, or routed incorrectly, the technician corrects it as needed. The inspection and any required correction are free under the recall. Starcraft has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for a related repair before the recall work was performed, bring repair invoices and payment records to the service desk and ask how to submit them under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 20, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 31, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| July 31, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 31, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 17, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V300?
Recall 15V300 covers 76 2006-2015 Starcraft Quest and Prodigy school buses on GM chassis with Trans-Air add-on compressor mount kits. A power distribution terminal strip was not properly reconnected after installation. Starcraft dealers inspect the connection and correct it for free.
What should I do if my 2006-2015 Starcraft Quest or Prodigy is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V300. If it is, contact a franchised Starcraft dealer to schedule inspection of the power distribution terminal strip connection. Reference recall number 15V300 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. Starcraft dealers inspect the power distribution terminal strip connection and correct it as needed for free. Starcraft customer service can be reached at 1-800-348-7440.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If the power distribution terminal strip has a poor or loose connection, the strip can arc or overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire. The repair path is an inspection and correction of that connection at a Starcraft dealer.
What if I bought this Starcraft bus used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2006-2015 Starcraft Quest or Prodigy is included, then call a Starcraft dealer with recall number 15V300.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V300000 |
|---|---|
| Starcraft customer service | 1-800-348-7440 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V300 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V300000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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