2010–2013 Starcraft Allstar, 2010–2013 Starcraft Prodigy, 2010–2013 Starcraft Quest and 4 other models Recall: In the affected vehicles, depending on the routing of the alternator…
NHTSA campaign 14V018000 · Electrical System · filed Jan 27, 2014 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Starcraft Bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Allstar XL, Ultrastar, Allstar, Starlite, Starquest, Xpress, Prodigy, Quest, and Allstar MVP transit buses built on Ford cutaway chassis equipped with Ford 5.4L or 6.8L engines and Trans/Air-brand air compressors. In the affected vehicles, depending on the routing of the alternator harness, and the orientation of the heater hose spring clamp at the front of the intake manifold, the alternator harness may be pinched between the spring clamp and the air conditioner compressor mounting bracket.
The risk
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Starcraft Bus will notify owners, and 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 19, 2014. Customers may contact Starcraft at 1-800-347-7440.
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.
Affected vehicles
Related recalls
More Starcraft Allstar recalls
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- 2006–2012 Starcraft Allstar — Affected buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured…
- 2006–2010 Starcraft Allstar and 5 other models — Equipment Adaptive/mobility
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- 2018–2019 Starcraft Bus Avalon and 9 other models — Fuse/circuit breaker wiring between the battery and the…
- 2016–2018 Starcraft Bus Allstar and 4 other models — When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed…
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 14V018000 (manufacturer number EQ14-001). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.