Vehicle recall 09V469000 · December 4, 2009
Aluma TM51-WA35EB4S6, TM61-WA80EB4S812H and 5 more models
The heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Aluma is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 sheltered trailer tower vehicles manufactured between March 1 and October 31, 2009, 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.
- Consequence
- This defect could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Aluma will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The repairs will be performed by carrier. Please see carrier's defect report 09E-053. The safety recall is expected to begin during January 2010. Owners may contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V469000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 4, 2009
- Filed by
- ALUMA TOWER COMPANY, INC
- Owner notification
- January 31, 2010
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 42
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Aluma TM51-WA35EB4S6 (2007-2009): 2009, 2008, 2007
- Aluma TM52-WA60EB4S7 (2007): 2007
- Aluma TM61-HY80EB4S8H (2008): 2008
- Aluma TM61-RT80EB4S812H (2009): 2009
- Aluma TM61-WA80EB4S812H (2007-2009): 2009, 2008, 2007
- Aluma TM61-WA80EB4S8H (2007-2008): 2008, 2007
- Aluma TM81-120EB4S816 (2007): 2007
Has your Aluma been repaired?
Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Aluma dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.