The worst 1999 Amtran FH1652 problems
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Recalls 3
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Transit and school buses. Some rear brake assemblies were built using incorrect mounting hardware. Improper torque of the fastener or fasteners that retain the brakes to the rear axle could allow brake groups to separation from the rear axle.
- Risk
- Separation of the rear axle could cause a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers/owners will inspect the mounting hardware and replace the lock nuts if necessary.
Recall number 99V038000 · Recall details
Wheels
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit and school buses built with the rear axle five-spoke cast style wheel assemblies, codes 28a002, 28a003, 28a006, and 28a007. These assemblies have mis-matched wheel spacer and clamps, which could cause high stress on the wheel studs.
- Risk
- This condition can result in potential wheel stud failures, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions.
Recall number 98V248000 · Recall details
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with 2-piece, no5x7508 tilting steering column, or no5x710 telescopic and tilting steering column. The upper pinch bolt nut was omitted during the assembly process. If the nut was not installed, the bolt can separate from the universal joint.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with a free repair kit and instructions to remedy this condition. If an owner so desires, their dealer can perform the remedy for them.
Recall number 98V123000 · Recall details
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Questions about the 1999 Amtran FH1652
Is the 1999 Amtran FH1652 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1999 Amtran FH1652.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Amtran FH1652?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1999 Amtran FH1652 have?
3 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, wheels and steering.
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