Vapor Eto Controller Assembly — Electrical system: software
Published February 25, 2016 · Recall initiated: February 25, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16E014000, published February 25, 2016. Recalling firm: Vapor Bus International; Vapor Eto Controller Assembly — Electrical system: software.
What's the hazard
Vapor Bus International (Vapor Bus) is recalling certain Electric Transit Operator (ETO) Controller Assemblies, part number 51220550, manufactured March 7, 2013, to December 21, 2015. These assemblies, which control a bus door operator motor and brake, may have a software defect which can cause failure of the rear door guide roller linkage resulting in a bus' rear door opening unexpectedly while the bus is in motion.
What to do
Vapor Bus will notify owners, and dealers will update the ETO Controller Assembly software, and replace all of the roller brackets, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2016. Owners may contact Vapor Bus customer service at 1-847-777-6423.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VAPOR
- Model
- ETO CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY
- Manufacturer
- Vapor Bus International
- Lot
- VAPOR ETO CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Vapor Eto Controller Assembly — Electrical system: software recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E014000 on February 25, 2016. Reported hazard: Vapor Bus International (Vapor Bus) is recalling certain Electric Transit Operator (ETO) Controller Assemblies, part number 51220550, manufactured March 7, 2013, to December 21, 2015. These assemblies, which control a bus door operator motor and brake, may have a software defect which can cause failure of the rear door guide roller linkage resulting in a bus' rear door opening unexpectedly while the bus is in motion.
What should I do if I have this product?
Vapor Bus will notify owners, and dealers will update the ETO Controller Assembly software, and replace all of the roller brackets, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2016. Owners may contact Vapor Bus customer service at 1-847-777-6423.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VAPOR. Model: ETO CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY.