Recall 15V527 covers 32 2013-2014 Starcraft Bus All Star Xl, XLT and All Star buses for heater-cable routing. Free repair at a franchised Starcraft Bus dealer.
Starcraft Bus is recalling 32 2013-2014 All Star Xl, XLT, and All Star transit buses because an engine grid heater power feed cable is routed so it can contact a metal cab edge. That contact can create an electrical short and increase fire risk; the Starcraft Bus dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The engine grid heater power feed cable on 2013-2014 Starcraft Bus All Star Xl, XLT, and All Star buses supplies power to the engine grid heater. That heater warms incoming air so the engine starts and runs correctly in cold conditions. The cable needs a clear route through the cab area so its insulation stays protected from sharp metal edges.
On affected buses, the cable was routed incorrectly. That routing lets the cable contact a metal edge on the cab. Road vibration and normal body movement can wear through the cable covering, which leaves the electrical conductor exposed against metal. Once that contact happens, the circuit is no longer protected the way it was designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. An affected bus can look normal before the cable rubs against the cab edge, so the problem depends on inspection and repair rather than a driver noticing a clear symptom first.
Who's affected?
Includes the All Star Xl, XLT, and All Star bus lines across the 2013 and 2014 model years, all tied to the same wiring component.
| 2013 Starcraft Bus All Star Xl | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2014 Starcraft Bus All Star Xl | wiring |
| 2013 Starcraft Bus XLT | wiring |
| 2013 Starcraft Bus All Star | wiring |
| Units affected | 32 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
The engine grid heater power feed cable needs clearance from the metal edge of the cab. If the cable contacts that edge, an electrical short increases the risk of a fire. Schedule the recall repair soon and keep the area unmodified until inspected. Repair will be free at any franchised Starcraft Bus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Starcraft Bus All Star Xl, XLT, or All Star is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Starcraft Bus dealer to ask about the free cable-tie repair.
- Schedule the engine-grid-heater power-feed-cable clearance repair, which keeps the cable away from the cab edge that can cause an electrical short.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 15V527 when you call.
- Call Starcraft Bus customer service at 1-574-389-4600 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
Starcraft Bus has identified the dealer repair as installing a cable tie to hold the engine grid heater power feed cable away from the metal cab edge. Once the repair is available for your VIN, a Starcraft Bus technician secures the cable to restore proper clearance. Parts and labor are free under the recall. The filing does not give a repair time, so ask the service desk how long the bus will be in the shop once the dealer confirms availability.
Timeline
| August 18, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 18, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V527?
Recall 15V527 covers 32 2013-2014 Starcraft Bus All Star Xl, XLT, and All Star transit buses with an engine grid heater power feed cable routed too close to the cab metal edge. Contact can cause an electrical short and fire risk.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Starcraft Bus All Star Xl, XLT, or All Star is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V527. If it is, contact a franchised Starcraft Bus dealer and ask for the engine grid heater power feed cable clearance repair. Reference recall number 15V527 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost. Dealers install a cable tie to give the engine grid heater power feed cable proper clearance from the cab metal edge, free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V527?
The safety risk is fire from an electrical short. If the engine grid heater power feed cable touches the metal edge of the cab, the cable can short and increase fire risk. The dealer repair adds cable clearance to prevent that contact.
When did the recall repair start?
The recall repair began on September 18, 2015. Owners can contact Starcraft Bus customer service at 1-574-389-4600 or call a franchised Starcraft Bus dealer and reference recall number 15V527.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V527000 |
|---|---|
| Starcraft Bus customer service | 1-574-389-4600 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V527 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V527000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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