Starcraft Starlite 2004

Model Starlite made in 2004 by Starcraft got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment adaptive, equipment and exterior lighting.

Model 2004

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
04V520000STARCRAFT BUS AND MOBILITYfrom 12/31/1997 to 07/31/2004V (Vehicle)518ODISTARCRAFT BUS AND MOBILITY10/26/200410/29/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
Corrective SummarySure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or starcraft at 574-533-1105.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
05V007000STARCRAFT BUS AND MOBILITYfrom 09/01/2001 to 01/31/2005V (Vehicle)61203/11/2005OVSCSTARCRAFT BUS AND MOBILITY01/10/200501/11/2005571217
Defect SummaryCertain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release. the rear door is not labeled correctly to identify that it is an emergency exit and instructions for opening the door are not affixed to the door.
Consequence SummaryIf the operation of the emergency exit door is not understood, an occupant may not be able to open the door and exit the vehicle in the event of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and install an emergency exit sign above the rear door. instructions for opening the door will be mounted near the handle of the door free of charge. the recall began on february 15, 2005. owners may contact starcraft at 1-800-348-7440.
NotesStarcraft recall no. 050103.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
04V161000STARCRAFT BUS AND MOBILITYfrom 02/09/2004 to 03/09/2004V (Vehicle)9105/03/2004MFRSTARCRAFT BUS AND MOBILITY04/05/200404/10/2004571108
Defect SummaryCertain buses built on ford e-series chassis and equipped with wheelchair lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. the brake lights will not function if the wheelchair lift enable switch is turned on while the vehicle is in gear.
Consequence SummaryIf the brake lights fail to come on, there will be no rear brake lights to indicate to following vehicles that the vehicle is decelerating, which could result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will repair the main electrical circuit board. owner notification began may 3, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact starcraft at 1-800-348-7440, ext. 312.
NotesStarcraft recall no. 040331.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).