Rooftop condenser assemblies/cover detachment
Defect Summary
Carrier is recalling 141 rooftop mounted condenser assemblies, model k410 with p/no. 77-62198-00, manufactured between january 1, 2008 and january 30, 2009, installed as original equipment for use on various small transit buses. the cover of the condenser assembly may interfere with the coil header when the cover is placed on the unit assembly. the potential interference prevents the cover from resting on the unit mounting surface, creating a gap between the cover and unit assembly.
Safety Consequence
This condition will not permit the cover fasteners to securely clamp the cover to the unit assembly, which may result in the cover dislocating from the unit during bus operation, possibly causing a crash or cause injury to pedestrians.
Corrective Action
Each vehicle manufacturer will file a defect report and remedy plan for their vehicles which included these condenser assemblies as original equipment. carrier will provide a free retrofit repair kit to remedy the issue. owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or carrier transicold toll-free at 1-800-673-2431.
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FAQ: Recall 09E013000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09E013000?
NHTSA recall 09E013000 was issued by Carrier Corporation on April 15, 2009. It addresses: Rooftop condenser assemblies/cover detachment. The recall affects approximately 141 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Carrier Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09E013000 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.