Air conditioner mounting bracket welds/carrier
Defect Summary
On certain diesel buses built on ford e-series chassis and equipped with carrier air conditioning, the mounting bracket welds can break or fall off.
Safety Consequence
If the weld breaks or falls off, the vacuum pump could shift causing the misalignment and eventually lose the drive belt which could lead to the loss of the primary braking system, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Carrier is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. carrier will inspect the welds for cracking and re-weld as necessary, free of charge. owners may contact carrier service department at 1-800-450-2211.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Coach And Equipment Mfg. Corp. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 06V026000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V026000?
NHTSA recall 06V026000 was issued by Coach And Equipment Mfg. Corp. on February 2, 2006. It addresses: Air conditioner mounting bracket welds/carrier. The recall affects approximately 247 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Coach And Equipment Mfg. Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V026000 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.