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Dccbna · Canada · Crit

Dccbna SLF Transit Bus: Electrical

Affects Dccbna SLF Transit Bus · 2001–2002 — about 19 vehicles.

The hazard

On certain DaimlerChrysler SLF (super low floor) transit buses, the inductor insulation of the Sure-Power series 1 battery equalizer may degrade over time, creating a short. The shorted inductor may cause the battery equalizer to smoke or burn, and possibly result in a fire. Correction: Sure Power will notify owners and, if required, replace the battery equalizer.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

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