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1999 Amtran Fh1652

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: transit and school buses built with the rear axle five-spoke cast style wheel assemblies, codes 28a002, 28a003, 28a006, and 28a007. these assemblies have mis-matched wheel spacer and clamps, which could cause high stress on the wheel studs.

Corrective Action

this condition can result in potential wheel stud failures, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions.

1999 Amtran Fh1652

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

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.

1999 Amtran Fh1652

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

separation of the rear axle could cause a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers/owners will inspect the mounting hardware and replace the lock nuts if necessary.

1998 Amtran Fh1652

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: transit and school buses built with the rear axle five-spoke cast style wheel assemblies, codes 28a002, 28a003, 28a006, and 28a007. these assemblies have mis-matched wheel spacer and clamps, which could cause high stress on the wheel studs.

Corrective Action

this condition can result in potential wheel stud failures, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions.