Suspension: multiple axleRecall 88V-170 · 1987 Neoplan EA Series
NEOPLAN USA CORP. recall 88V-170 covers 90 1987 Neoplan EA Series for a suspension: multiple axle problem, reported to NHTSA on November 1, 1988.
Source: NHTSA recall 88V170000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
AXLE SYSTEM IS SUBJECT TO CRACKING OF CROSS TUBES AND TRAILING ARMS, AS WELL AS FAILURE OF MOUNTING BOLTS.
The risk
FAILURE OF THE TAG AXLE WILL REDUCE THE LOAD CARRYINGCAPABILITY OF THESE BUSES.
The fix
INSTALL NEW AXLE SYSTEM.
SYSTEM: AXLE SUSPENSION.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FORTY FOOT AN440/3 TRANSIT BUSES.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from April 1, 1987 to August 1, 1987. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.