Recall 14V041000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY Defect in 2001-2013 PREVOST H3
RECALL This recall affects up to 450 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 14V041000 |
| Manufacturer | Marathon Coach, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 450 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
2001 PREVOST XL, 2001 PREVOST H3, 2002 PREVOST H3, 2002 PREVOST XL, 2003 PREVOST XL, 2003 PREVOST H3, 2004 PREVOST XL, 2004 PREVOST H3, 2005 PREVOST H3, 2005 PREVOST XL, 2006 PREVOST XL, 2006 PREVOST H3, 2007 PREVOST XL, 2007 PREVOST H3, 2008 PREVOST XL, 2008 PREVOST H3, 2009 PREVOST XL, 2009 PREVOST H3, 2010 PREVOST XL, 2010 PREVOST H3, 2011 PREVOST H3, 2011 PREVOST XL, 2012 PREVOST H3, 2012 PREVOST XL, 2013 PREVOST H3, 2013 PREVOST XL
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Defect Description
Marathon Coach, Inc. (Marathon) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Marathon Conversions Prevost XL, and H3 motorcoaches equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Safety Consequence
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Marathon will notify owners, and Marathon service centers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014. Owners may contact Marathon at 1-352-588-4500.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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