Avantac air conditioning
Defect Summary
Carrier is recalling 15 my 2008 new flyer ge41lrf transit buses built on new flyer chassis, equipped with avantac air conditioning and registered in the city of montebello, california. there is a failure of an internal component in the inverter that can potentially create an electric shock hazard if the following conditions exist: there is a failure of an internal component in the inverter; the shore power feature is engaged and the 460v shore power lead (land connection) has a compromised ground connection.
Safety Consequence
Electrical shock and personal injuries could occur.
Corrective Action
Carrier notified the city of montebello verbally on february 6, 2008 and in writing on february 19, 2008. carrier provided installation procedures and lock-out/tag-out devices on each shore power plug. the lock out device is a physical barrier to use of the shore power feature and eliminates the potential safety hazard. carrier is in the process of developing a permanent remedy to address this potential safety hazard. The recall began march 20, 2009. owners may contact carrier at 860-830-5948.
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FAQ: Recall 09V070000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V070000?
NHTSA recall 09V070000 was issued by Carrier Corporation on March 4, 2009. It addresses: Avantac air conditioning. The recall affects approximately 15 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 09V070000 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.