NHTSA Recall 85V033000
NHTSA Campaign Id 85V033000; Date: Mar. 29, 1985
Recalled Vehicles:
1981 Neoplan Neoplan; 1982 Neoplan Neoplan; 1983 Neoplan Neoplan; 1984 Neoplan Neoplan; 1985 Neoplan Neoplan
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Neoplan Usa Corp.
Affected Units:: 2,000
Recall Summary:
Circuit breakers are not at sufficient ratings to protect high side tolerances, some wiring harnesses are not adequately secured to prevent chafing and no provisions were made for complete disconnection of all electrical systems in case of an electrical short. Consequence of defect: the above could result in a bus fire.
How to Fix:
Add and/or replace circuit breaker, install cut off switch and reroute wires.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: 1981 thru 1985 35 and 40 foot transit buses, 1982 thru 1984 articulated buses and 1984 and 1985 litl' buses. System: electrical.
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