Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Buses Equipped With Cummins Electronic Control Modules On The C8.3G And L10G Engines, The Ecm Does Not Have The Ability To Detect A Throttle Fail-Safe Engine Shutdown Command. This Could Result In An Unanticipated, Uncommanded Open Throttle Condition Without Warning.
Make Of Vehicle
NEOPLAN
Model Of Vehicle
AN440
Year
1997
Recall Campaign Number
03V254000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control
Effect Of Defect
If This Event Occurs, The Vehicle Operator Will Not Have Control Of The Engine Speed, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Cummins Will Notify The Customers And Replace The Ecm. Owners Should Contact Cummins At 1-800-343-7357 Or Neoplan At 719-336-3256, Ext. 476.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Neoplan USA Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19970601
End Of Manufacture
19970930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
36
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Neoplan USA Corporation
Date Report Received
20030721