Neoplan An116 2000

Model An116 made in 2000 by Neoplan got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, service brakes, air.

Model 2000

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
01V033007NEOPLAN USA CORP.from 02/01/1999 to 12/31/2000V (Vehicle)66904/27/2001ODINEOPLAN USA CORPORATION08/01/200108/01/2001
Defect SummaryVehicle description: transit buses equipped with vanner 60 series battery equalizers. the equalizer could fail to operate properly and cause malfunction of the battery charging system.
Consequence SummaryWithout fusing, the equalizer may melt, burn, or smoke, possibly resulting in a fire or a smoke filled bus, thus necessitating a passenger evacuation of the bus. the failure mode can cause operator distraction, and/or possible personal injury.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the buses for certain equalizers by the date code. the affected equalizers will be replaced by vanner. 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 vanner at 1-800-227-6937 or neoplan at 1-719-336-3256.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
01V059004NEOPLAN USA CORP.from 11/01/1999 to 06/30/2001V (Vehicle)22307/16/2001MFRNEOPLAN USA CORPORATION08/01/200108/01/2001
Defect SummaryVehicle description: transit buses equipped with arvinmeritor w-series air-actuated brake cam rollers. these rollers were installed as original equipment and also sold as replacement parts. the affected brake rollers may fracture if subjected to high application loadings.
Consequence SummaryIf one or more of the affected brake rollers fracture, proper brake application could be compromised, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryArvinmeritor is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will inspect brake rollers and replace them if necessary. 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 arvinmeritor at 1-859-525-3361.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).