Recall 01V-013: 1993–2001 Chance AH-28, 1993–2001 Chance AH-28 CNG and 1 more
CHANCE COACH, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jan 15, 2001, covering about 330 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: streetcars. Abrasion to insulation on some positive power cables can result in the grounding of the power cable.
The risk
The arcing and heat generated as a result of the grounded cable can result in the combustion of insulation, paint, under-coating, and other chassis components.
The fix
Owners/operators will be requested to immediately inspect their vehicles for power cable abrasion damage and remove the units with visible cable damage from service. They will be shipped replacement parts and instructions for repair immediately. Owner/operators with units that have no visible cable damage will be shipped replacement parts and instructions as soon as the parts become available. All parts will be available within 30 days. Owner notification is expected to begin during january 2001. Owners who do not receive the free repair parts and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact chance at 1-888-391-1777.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHANCE COACH, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V013000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chance AH-28 | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Chance AH-28 CNG | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Chance AH-28 LPG | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-013?
Vehicle description: streetcars. Abrasion to insulation on some positive power cables can result in the grounding of the power cable.
How is recall 01V-013 fixed?
Owners/operators will be requested to immediately inspect their vehicles for power cable abrasion damage and remove the units with visible cable damage from service. They will be shipped replacement parts and instructions for repair immediately. Owner/operators with units that have no visible cable damage will be shipped replacement parts and instructions as soon as the parts become available. All parts will be available within 30 days. Owner notification is expected to begin during january 2001. Owners who do not receive the free repair parts and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact chance at 1-888-391-1777.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.