Starcraft Bus: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Starcraft Bus in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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May 14, 2013

(Campaign #: 12E-017)

Wheelchair Lift Armored Cable Short Circuit

Starcraft Bus is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Allstar buses manufactured November 2006, through July 2012. The affected buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which may have an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.

NHTSA ID: 13V199000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 169

Consequence Summary:

If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, then a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.

Corrective Action:

Starcraft will notify owners and direct them to contact Ricon. Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit with instructions, free of charge. The recall began during June 2013. Owners may contact Starcraft at 1-800-348-7440 or Ricon at 1-818-267-3000. Starcraft's recall campaign number is 12E-017.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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March 19, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Incorrect Certification Label

Starcraft Bus is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 XLT buses manufactured from January 16, 2004, to October 29, 2009. The affected vehicles have incorrect values for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating specified on the certification label. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

NHTSA ID: 13V100000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 399

Consequence Summary:

A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading. Improper loading could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will remedy the buses by either providing a new certification label, adding additional suspension and upgrading the rear tires, or removing seats. The safety recall began on April 1, 2013. Owners may contact Starcraft Bus at 1-800-348-7440.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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