Neoplan Neoplan 1983
Model Neoplan made in 1983 by Neoplan got 1 investigation as well as 4 recalls. The car had one investigation (engine and engine cooling). There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and service brakes, air.
Model 1983
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | ||||||||||||||||
85V033000 | NEOPLAN USA CORP. | from 06/01/1981 to 03/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 2000 | ODI | NEOPLAN USA CORPORATION | 03/29/1985 | 04/01/1985 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Circuit breakers are not at sufficient ratings to protect high side tolerances, some wiring harnesses are not adequately secured to prevent chafing and no provisions were made for complete disconnection of all electrical systems in case of an electrical short. consequence of defect: the above could result in a bus fire. | |||||||||||||||
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Corrective Summary | Add and/or replace circuit breaker, install cut off switch and reroute wires. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: 1981 thru 1985 35 and 40 foot transit buses, 1982 thru 1984 articulated buses and 1984 and 1985 litl' buses.system: electrical. | |||||||||||||||
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
85V063000 | NEOPLAN USA CORP. | to 01/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 2000 | ODI | NEOPLAN USA CORPORATION | 05/14/1985 | 05/21/1985 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Chafing condition may occur between front air brake hose and tire. also, rubber brake pedal cover may become detached from metal pedal assembly. consequence of defect: if the chafing damages the air brake hose to the point that it leaks, effectiveness is diminished. also if rubber brake pedal cover falls off, the drivers foot may slip off the pedal when brakes are being applied. in either case an accident may occur. | |||||||||||||||
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Corrective Summary | Adjust front brake hose positioning and glue the rubber brake pedal on, as required. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: 1981 to 1985 35 and 40 ft adb transit buses, 1982 to 1984articulated buses, and 1984 and 1985 lit'l buses. system: brakes, air hose | |||||||||||||||
STEERING - LINKAGES - ROD - RELAY - CONNECTING | ||||||||||||||||
85V064000 | NEOPLAN USA CORP. | to 06/01/1985 | V (Vehicle) | 2000 | ODI | NEOPLAN USA CORPORATION | 05/14/1985 | 05/21/1985 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | There may be tie rod clamp interference with the front suspension structure. also, steering wheel may become stiff due to non-permanent lube steering shaft cross bearings. consequence of defect: steering could bind or become hard resulting in loss of control and could cause an accident. | |||||||||||||||
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Corrective Summary | Assure proper tie rod clamp positioning and install greaseable cross bearings in the steering shaft. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: 1981 to 1984 35' and 40' transit buses, 1982 to 1984 articulated buses, and 1984 and 1985 tit'l buses.system: steering, tie rod clamp. | |||||||||||||||
SUSPENSION | ||||||||||||||||
85V032000 | NEOPLAN USA CORP. | from 01/01/1981 to 12/01/1984 | V (Vehicle) | 1800 | ODI | NEOPLAN USA CORPORATION | 03/25/1985 | 04/01/1985 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Hairline cracks may occur in one or more of three weld areas: front suspension interface plate at the bottom frame structure, rear suspension termination points of the transverse link tower outboard gusset, or rear axle mounting pad to the a frame on the longitudinal beam. consequence of defect: driver may experience handling difficulties which may result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
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Corrective Summary | Repair rear suspension and structure to which front suspension attaches. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: 40 foot transit buses. system: suspension. |
Investigations
NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||
PE90016 | NEOPLAN USA CORPORATION | 11/16/1989 | 02/22/1990 | VIBRATION DAMPER SEPARATE | ||
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