1999 Chance AH-28 recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1999 Chance AH-28, covering 634 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Power train: manual transmission
- What is wrong
- On certain streetcars (diesel and cng models) and rt-52 diesel coaches manufactured with at-545 and mt643 transmissions which use a manual transmission control cable. The transmission control cable may rub against the junction box power stud located on the bottom of the junction box.
- Risk
- Long-term wear can allow the power stud to short to ground through the transmission control cable, resulting in electrical arcing and the ignition of combustible materials in the junction box compartment.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine if either the power stud insulation boot and/or the transmission shift cable clamp is missing. Both the insulation boot and the clamp will be installed if missing. Owner notification is expected to begin during july 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chance coach at 1‑888‑391‑1777.
Recall number 02V192000 · Recall details
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
Questions about the 1999 Chance AH-28 recalls
How do I check if my 1999 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 1999 Chance AH-28 have?
3, covering power train and electrical system.
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