1998-1999 Amtran FH1652, Amtran Genesis and others recall: steering wheel/handle bar
American Transportation Corp. reported this safety recall on June 2, 1998. It covers about 253 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 253
- reported
- Jun 2, 1998
- owners notified
- Aug 17, 1998
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
Affected vehicles
- Amtran FH1652 1999 1999
- Amtran Genesis 1998 1998
- Amtran RC3911 1998 1998
- Amtran RS3302 1998 1998
- Amtran RS3505 1998 1998
- Amtran RS3708 1998 1998
- Amtran RS3911 1998 1998
Questions about recall 98V123000
Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Amtran FH1652, Amtran Genesis and others steering wheel/handle bar?
Yes. Recall 98V123000, reported on June 2, 1998, covers about 253 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V123000?
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.
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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