1997 Chance AH-28 recalls
There are 4 safety recalls on record for the 1997 Chance AH-28, covering 601 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: streetcars. Abrasion to insulation on some positive power cables can result in the grounding of the power cable.
- Risk
- The arcing and heat generated as a result of the grounded cable can result in the combustion of insulation, paint, under-coating, and other chassis components.
- Remedy
- Owners/operators will be requested to immediately inspect their vehicles for power cable abrasion damage and remove the units with visible cable damage from service. They will be shipped replacement parts and instructions for repair immediately. Owner/operators with units that have no visible cable damage will be shipped replacement parts and instructions as soon as the parts become available. All parts will be available within 30 days. Owner notification is expected to begin during january 2001. Owners who do not receive the free repair parts and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact chance at 1‑888‑391‑1777.
Recall number 01V013000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: streetcars and transit coaches . The transmission control cable can rub against the electrical junction box power stud allowing battery current to flow directly to ground.
- Risk
- Electrical arcing can ignite combustible materials in the junction box, increasing the risk of property damage and personal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will secure the cable away from the junction box power stud with a clamp that is secured to the floor by a screw and washer; and the junction box power stud will be insulated with a rubber boot.
Recall number 99V196000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: compressed natural gas (cng) fueled streetcars. The fuel tank support structure (cupola) was improperly fastened. These fasteners could loosen over time, causing complete structural failure on the cupola.
- Risk
- This condition can lead to cng leakage, increasing the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect these structures and repair as necessary.
Recall number 98V253000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: compressed natural gas (cng) transit buses. The fuel tank support structure can fracture.
- Risk
- Failure of the fuel tank support structure can result in fuel leakage increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the welds on the fuel tank support structure (cupola) and repair as necessary.
Recall number 97V125000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1997 Chance AH-28 recalls
How do I check if my 1997 Chance AH-28 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1997 Chance AH-28 have?
4, covering electrical system and fuel system, gasoline.
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