Chevrolet Recall 09V-434: Equipment – air conditioner

Affected: 2008 Chevrolet W5500, 2007–2008 Dodge Ram 3500, 2006–2009 Ford E-250 and 4 more. Filed with NHTSA on November 13, 2009, covering about 53 vehicles.

The problem

E-n-g mobile system is recalling certain model year 2008 Chevrolet w5500, model year 2007-2009 Dodge 3500, model year 2009 mighty mover, model year 2006-2009 Ford e-250, e-350 and e-450, model year 2008-2009 GMC w4500, model year 2007 international 4300, model year 2009 Toyota Land cruiser vehicles equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. The heater element in these assemblies May be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.

The risk

This defect could result in a fire.

The fix

E-n-g mobile system will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired by carrier free of charge. Please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. The safety recall is expected to begin during December 2009. Owners May contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059 or e-n-g mobile system at 1-925-798-4060.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign09V-434 (09V434000)
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentEquipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
Report dateNovember 13, 2009
Owners notifiedDecember 31, 2009
Vehicles affected53
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the a/c & heater

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 09V-434 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: E-n-g mobile system will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired by carrier free of charge. Please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. The safety recall is expected to begin during December 2009.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 53 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.