NHTSA Recall 99V038000
NHTSA Campaign Id 99V038000; Date: Mar. 1, 1999
Separation of the rear axle could cause a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Amtran FE; 1999 Amtran FH1652; 1999 Amtran Genesis; 1999 Amtran RE
Component: Service Brakes
Manufactured by: American Transportation Corp.
Affected Units:: 523
Recall Summary:
Transit and school buses. Some rear brake assemblies were built using incorrect mounting hardware. Improper torque of the fastener or fasteners that retain the brakes to the rear axle could allow brake groups to separation from the rear axle.
How to Fix:
Dealers/owners will inspect the mounting hardware and replace the lock nuts if necessary.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began April 7, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contactamtran at 1-800-993-7686. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 7, 1999
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