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2004-2005 Neoplan AN440LF recall: tie rod assembly

Neoplan USA Corporation reported this safety recall on March 1, 2005. It covers about 175 vehicles.

vehicles affected
175
reported
Mar 1, 2005

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong
On certain transit buses equipped with arvinmeritor urresko tie rod clamps, heat treatment of clamps created a surface hardness that could lead to a fracture of the clamps.
Risk
In the event of a crack, the clamps could break off affecting toe-in and alignment. The tie rod can come loose resulting in steering loss and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Arvinmeritor is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1‑866‑668‑7221 or neoplan at 719‑336‑3256.

Recall number 05V068000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V068000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2005 Neoplan AN440LF tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 05V068000, reported on March 1, 2005, covers about 175 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V068000?

Arvinmeritor is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1‑866‑668‑7221 or neoplan at 719‑336‑3256.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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