Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Buses Equipped With Electronic Throttle Control/Accelerator Pedals Supplied By Williams Controls Industries, The Weld Attaching The Clevis To The Plate Has Insufficient Penetration And Could Allow The Clevis To Separate From The Plate.
Make Of Vehicle
NEOPLAN
Model Of Vehicle
AN460
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
02V004006
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
Effect Of Defect
If The Clevis Separated From The Plate While The Vehicle Was In Use, The Vehicle Would Return To Idle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace These Pedals. Owner Notification Began During December 2001. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Williams Control At 1-503-684-8600 Or Neoplan At 1-719-336-3256.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Neoplan USA Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19991231
End Of Manufacture
20011102
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Neoplan USA Corporation
Date Report Received
20020409