Recall 01V-239: 2000–2001 Cushman 898487, 2000–2001 Cushman 898488

RANSOMES CORPORATION recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jul 24, 2001, covering about 393 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-239
Report date
Jul 24, 2001
Vehicles affected
393
Owners notified
Aug 20, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: 3-wheel on-road police vehicles. A plastic tee fitting located on the fuel line could crack resulting in a fuel system leak.

The risk

Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the plastic tee with a brass tee. Owner notification began august 20, 2001. 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 contact ransomes/cushman at 1-402-474-8568.

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

ManufacturerRANSOMES CORPORATION
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V239000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Cushman 8984872000, 2001All years
Cushman 8984882000, 2001All 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-239?

Vehicle description: 3-wheel on-road police vehicles. A plastic tee fitting located on the fuel line could crack resulting in a fuel system leak.

How is recall 01V-239 fixed?

Dealers will replace the plastic tee with a brass tee. Owner notification began august 20, 2001. 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 contact ransomes/cushman at 1-402-474-8568.

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.