Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
NEOPLAN
Model Of Vehicle
AN440
Year
1995
Recall Campaign Number
96V182000
Component Description
Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Can Cause The Cylinder To Fall Increasing The Risk Of Explosion Or Fire.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Neoplan USA Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
202
Date Owners Notified
19960930
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Neoplan USA Corporation
Date Report Received
19960923