Optima Opus 34 (2004) – 05V358000

Defect Description For Recall

On Certain Transit Buses, There Is A Possibility That The Hydraulic Line Coming From The Radiator Fan Motor To The Cac Motor Is Rubbing On The Chassis.

Make Of Vehicle

OPTIMA

Model Of Vehicle

OPUS 34

Year

2004

Recall Campaign Number

05V358000

Component Description

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly

Effect Of Defect

This Rubbing May Cause The Hydraulic Line To Be Rubbed Through Resulting In A Leak And A Loss Of Hydraulic Fluid. This Fluid Could Ignite If It Comes In Contact With A Hot Source.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Install A P-Clamp On The Radiator Motor Support Bracket That Holds And Secures The Hose Away From The Chassis Eliminating The Possibility Of Chaffing. The Recall Began On August 24, 2005. Owners May Contact Optima At 1-888-391-1777.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Optima Bus Corp

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

49

Date Owners Notified

20050824

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Optima Bus Corp

Date Report Received

20050815

Make Campaign Number

SAF05008

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard