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1998 Neoplan AN116 recall: seats

Neoplan USA Corp. reported this safety recall on November 17, 1998. It covers about 25 vehicles.

vehicles affected
25
reported
Nov 17, 1998

Seats

What is wrong
Vehicle description: transit buses. The tether plates, which are attached to the rear of both the upper and lower frames of the suspension unit, contain a sharp edge which can cause premature weat of the nylon tethers. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 207, "seating systems," and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Risk
In the event of a crash, these seat belts may not properly restain the occupant increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Isringhausen is conducting the owner notification for this recall. Owners will be provided with a replacement kit which includes new tethers, tether plates, nut, bolts, and a technical bulletin with detailed replacement instructions.

Recall number 98V308001

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V308001

Is there a recall on the 1998 Neoplan AN116 seats?

Yes. Recall 98V308001, reported on November 17, 1998, covers about 25 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V308001?

Isringhausen is conducting the owner notification for this recall. Owners will be provided with a replacement kit which includes new tethers, tether plates, nut, bolts, and a technical bulletin with detailed replacement instructions.

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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