Wayne Lifestar 1993

Model Lifestar made in 1993 by Wayne got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline.

Model 1993

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
94V112000WAYNE WHEELED VEHICLES V (Vehicle)1306/07/1994MFRWAYNE WHEELED VEHICLES06/16/199406/27/1994
Defect SummaryInsufficient torquing of bolts on the clamps used to secure adjoining sections of the exhaust system can cause the sections to separate from the clamps, and can allow exhaust gas to leak under the vehicle.
Consequence SummaryIf the exhaust system separates under an operating vehicle, exhaust gas can migratie into the interior of the bus.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect all exhaust system clamps to assure they are properly secured. until the buses are inspected and repaired, they should only be operated with adequate outside ventilation.
NotesSystem: exhaust system.vehicle description: school buses built on wayne wheeled chassis.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact wayne wheeled service center at 1-800-860-9296. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
96V133000HARSCO CORPORATIONfrom 09/01/1993 to 05/01/1995V (Vehicle)23508/08/1996OVSCWAYNE WHEELED VEHICLES07/15/199607/18/1996571301
Defect SummaryThe fuel tank protection barrier collapsed during impact testing. this does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 301, fuel system integrity.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a collision, the fuel tank can rupture, leaking fuel increasing the potential for a vehicle fire.
Corrective SummaryOwners will be provided with replacement fuel barriers and installation instructions.
NotesSystem: fuel; fuel tank assembly; fmvss no. 301. vehicle description: forward control school buses. owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin note: 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 harsco at 1-717-975-3882. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.