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NHTSA Recall 14V231000: Electrical system

Federal Coach, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Federal Coach Premier.

30
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2014
owners notified (June 3)
NHTSA campaign14V231000
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report receivedMay 2, 2014
Owner notificationJune 3, 2014
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Federal Coach, Inc. (Federal) is recalling certain model year 2010 Spirit and Premier transit buses, equipped with A&M Systems-brand door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits, causing the actuator's circuit board to develop high resistance.

Safety risk

High resistance may cause the board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Federal notified owners and dealers will replace the circuit board, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Federal at 1-800-348-7440.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 14V231000

Make and modelModel years
Federal Coach Premier2010
Federal Coach Spirit2010

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.