Turtle Top Ford Van Terra, Ford Limo Coach +1 more: Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator

Affects Turtle Top Ford Van Terra, Ford Limo Coach, Ford Odyssey · 2010–2013 — about 453 vehicles.

The hazard

The charging system may fail which could lead to the vehicle stalling while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the spring clamp could pierce both the positive and negative wires of the alternator harness creating a short circuit which could result in a fire.

What to do

Turtle Top will notify owners, and Trans/Air dealers will inspect the vehicles, correct the clamp installation and repair and reroute the alternator harness, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on February 17, 2014. Customers may contact Turtle Top at 1-574-831-4340.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational