Em-1 evaporator/possible fire
Defect Summary
Braun is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2011 paratransit vans built on ford e-350 chassis from april 27, 2005, through july 29, 2010, equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units (em-1) manufactured from january 1, 2006 through december 2010, containing a delphi pack-con iii fuse holder in an allied motion motor assembly; em-1 unit part numbers 77-62112-xx and 77-62512-xx, starting with serial number knt90890232 to serial number nne91230058. due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
Safety Consequence
If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and may be accompanied by flame, smoke and potential fire.
Corrective Action
Braun will notify owners and instruct them to contact either carrier or a braun dealer to obtain the free remedy. the safety recall began on march 17, 2011. owners may contact carrier at 1-800-793-4741 or braun at 1-800-the-lift (1-800-843-5438).
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FAQ: Recall 11V131000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V131000?
NHTSA recall 11V131000 was issued by Braun Corporation on February 24, 2011. It addresses: Em-1 evaporator/possible fire. The recall affects approximately 185 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Braun Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V131000 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.