Neoplan Usa Corporation | NHTSA Recall #96V182000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 96V182000 by Neoplan Usa Corporation. Includes 202 affected units, NEOPLAN/CNG FUEL TANK BRACKETS, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

These buses are equipped with compressed natural gas fuel tanks supplied by edo canada. the fuel cylinder straps expand when tanks are pressurized causing brackets to break the mounting hardware.

Corrective Action

A new strap with elastomeric springs that will allow the strap to expand with the tank has been designed and will be installed on these buses.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 96V182000

Manufacturer: Neoplan Usa Corporation

Report Received Date: 1996-09-23T00:00:00

Subject: Neoplan/cng fuel tank brackets

Component: Fuel System, Other

Potentially Affected Units: 202

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: These buses are equipped with compressed natural gas fuel tanks supplied by edo canada. the fuel cylinder straps expand when tanks are pressurized causing brackets to break the mounting hardware.

Consequence Summary: This condition can cause the cylinder to fall increasing the risk of explosion or fire.

Corrective Action: A new strap with elastomeric springs that will allow the strap to expand with the tank has been designed and will be installed on these buses.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-yex6~d4gs_5m5w

NHTSA ID: 96V182000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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