Marathon Coach, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2014

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Marathon Coach, Inc. in 2014. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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February 6, 2014

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Battery Equalizers or DC-DC Converters:Fire Risk

Marathon Coach, Inc. (Marathon) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Marathon Conversions Prevost XL, and H3 motorcoaches equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

NHTSA ID: 14V041000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 450

Consequence Summary:

Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Marathon will notify owners, and Marathon service centers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014. Owners may contact Marathon at 1-352-588-4500.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 89.11

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