Chance Rt-52 2001

Model Rt-52 made in 2001 by Chance got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningpower train, vehicle speed control.

Model 2001

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
02V192000CHANCE COACH, INC.from 07/15/1999 to 07/19/2002V (Vehicle)10907/24/2002MFRCHANCE COACH, INC.07/23/200207/26/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain streetcars (diesel and cng models) and rt-52 diesel coaches manufactured with at-545 and mt643 transmissions which use a manual transmission control cable. the transmission control cable may rub against the junction box power stud located on the bottom of the junction box.
Consequence SummaryLong-term wear can allow the power stud to short to ground through the transmission control cable, resulting in electrical arcing and the ignition of combustible materials in the junction box compartment.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the vehicle to determine if either the power stud insulation boot and/or the transmission shift cable clamp is missing. both the insulation boot and the clamp will be installed if missing. owner notification is expected to begin during july 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chance coach at 1-888-391-1777.
NotesAlso, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
02V004011CHANCE COACH, INC.from 06/16/1986 to 07/10/2001V (Vehicle)137MFRCHANCE COACH, INC.09/10/200209/25/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain buses equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
Consequence SummaryIf the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryChance coach recommends that owners inspect their vehicles and install the part kit provided by chance coach. owners who do not receive the free parts and instructions within a reasonable time should contact chance coach at 1-888-391-1777.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).