Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Streetcars. Abrasion To Insulation On Some Positive Power Cables Can Result In The Grounding Of The Power Cable.
Make Of Vehicle
CHANCE
Model Of Vehicle
AH-28
Year
1994
Recall Campaign Number
01V013000
Component Description
Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables
Effect Of Defect
The Arcing And Heat Generated As A Result Of The Grounded Cable Can Result In The Combustion Of Insulation, Paint, Under-Coating, And Other Chassis Components.
Fix Defect
Owners/Operators Will Be Requested To Immediately Inspect Their Vehicles For Power Cable Abrasion Damage And Remove The Units With Visible Cable Damage From Service. They Will Be Shipped Replacement Parts And InstruCTIons For Repair Immediately. Owner/Operators With Units That Have No Visible Cable Damage Will Be Shipped Replacement Parts And InstruCTIons As Soon As The Parts Become Available. All Parts Will Be Available Within 30 Days. Owner Notification Is Expected To Begin During January 2001. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Repair Parts And Installation InstruCTIons Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Chance At 1-888-391-1777.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Chance Coach, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19930930
End Of Manufacture
20010101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
330
Date Owners Notified
20010117
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Chance Coach, Inc.
Date Report Received
20010115