Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
VAPOR
Model Of Vehicle
ETO CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
16E014000
Component Description
Electrical System:Software
Effect Of Defect
If The Rear Bus Door Opens Expectedly While The Bus Is In Motion, There Is An Increased Risk Of Injury For The Passengers.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Vapor Bus International
Start Of Manufacture
20130307
End Of Manufacture
20151221
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
4826
Date Owners Notified
20160412
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Vapor Bus International
Date Report Received
20160225