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2005 Starcraft XLT recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2005 Starcraft XLT. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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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 Starcraft dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2005 Starcraft XLT recalls, newest first

March 19, 2013NHTSA 13V100000399 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

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

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 10, 2005NHTSA 05V007000612 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary
Certain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." the rear door is not labeled correctly to identify that it is an emergency exit and instructions for opening the door are not affixed to the door.
Consequence
If the operation of the emergency exit door is not understood, an occupant may not be able to open the door and exit the vehicle in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and install an emergency exit sign above the rear door. Instructions for opening the door will be mounted near the handle of the door free of charge. The recall began on February 15, 2005. Owners may contact starcraft at 1-800-348-7440.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2005 Starcraft XLT were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Starcraft XLT years

Other 2005 Starcraft models

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Questions

Does the 2005 Starcraft XLT have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2005 Starcraft XLT recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Starcraft dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2005 Starcraft XLT?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.