Vanner/battery equalizer
Defect Summary
Equipment description: vanner 60 series battery equalizers manufactured between november 25, 1998, and july 21,2000. the equalizers built in this time frame could possible have inadequate circuit protection. this recall superceeds vanner's previous recall to increase the scope population. see previous recall 00e-046.
Safety Consequence
Without fusing, the equalizer may melt, burn, or smoke, possibly resulting in a fire or a smoke filled bus, thus necessitating a passenger evacuation of the bus. the failure mode can cause operator distraction, and/or possible personal injury.
Corrective Action
Vanner is instructing bus companies to notify owners to arrange for the equalizer to be inspected and replaced free of charge. see recall number 01v033 for the vehicle manufacturers involved. owner notification began february 1, 2001. 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 vanner customer service dept at 1-800-227-6937.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Vanner, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 01E001000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01E001000?
NHTSA recall 01E001000 was issued by Vanner, Inc. on January 29, 2001. It addresses: Vanner/battery equalizer. The recall affects approximately 14,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Vanner, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01E001000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.