HOMETOWN TROLLEY VILLAGER 2009: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V209000

Make Model Year
HOMETOWN TROLLEY VILLAGER 2009
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2014-04-09 2014-04-17 2014-04-23

Production Dates: 2009-08-01 - 2010-03-31

Manufacturers Involved: Double K Inc.

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 34

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

Summary

Double K, Inc. "Double K" is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Hometown Trolley Villager and Mainstreet trolleys equipped with A&M Systems-brand electric door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage certain electrical components and electrical circuits within the actuator, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Double K has notified owners, and dealers will replace the circuit board, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2014. Owners may contact Double K customer service at 1-715-478-5090.

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.