Transair/motor overheats
Defect Summary
Equipment description: air-conditioning evaporators equipped with motor products, inc. fans. the evaporator motor wiring can overheat causing a possible ignition source.
Safety Consequence
A fire could occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will provide individual circuit protection for each evaporator fan motor, to prevent the possibility of overheated wiring.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Trans-air Manufacturing Corp. or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 98E022000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98E022000?
NHTSA recall 98E022000 was issued by Trans-air Manufacturing Corp. on July 23, 1998. It addresses: Transair/motor overheats. The recall affects approximately 5,064 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Trans-air Manufacturing Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98E022000 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.