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1995 Neoplan AN440 recall: tank assembly

Neoplan USA Corp. reported this safety recall on September 23, 1996. It covers about 235 vehicles.

vehicles affected
235
reported
Sep 23, 1996
owners notified
Sep 19, 1996

Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly

What is wrong
The type 4 compressed natural gas (cng) fuel tank supplied by edo canada can rupture during fueling.
Risk
Rupture of a cng fuel tank can cause cng leakage increasing the risk of a fire or explosion.
Remedy
Each tank is being visually inspected, assisted by dye penetrant and resonance tested. A detection shield is placed under each pair of tanks, under the bus, to provide ease of inspection for any damage. Any damaged tank will be replaced.

Recall number 96V183000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 96V183000

Is there a recall on the 1995 Neoplan AN440 tank assembly?

Yes. Recall 96V183000, reported on September 23, 1996, covers about 235 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 96V183000?

Each tank is being visually inspected, assisted by dye penetrant and resonance tested. A detection shield is placed under each pair of tanks, under the bus, to provide ease of inspection for any damage. Any damaged tank will be replaced.

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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