Recall 01V-369: 1999–2002 Amtran Fe

AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Nov 20, 2001, covering about 3,190 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-369
Report date
Nov 20, 2001
Vehicles affected
3,190
Owners notified
Dec 21, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: certain buses were built with a wiring diagram decal that shows the circuit protection size of 30 amperes instead of 20 amperes for the heater supply circuits.

The risk

Electrical component failure without the correct protection in some cases can cause overheating of the component and/or fire.

The fix

Owners will be provided with a strip and installation instructions that should be placed over the incorrect information on the current decal. Owner notification began december 21, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free strip and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 1-800-993-7686.

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

ManufacturerAMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP.
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V369000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Amtran Fe1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All 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-369?

Vehicle description: certain buses were built with a wiring diagram decal that shows the circuit protection size of 30 amperes instead of 20 amperes for the heater supply circuits.

How is recall 01V-369 fixed?

Owners will be provided with a strip and installation instructions that should be placed over the incorrect information on the current decal. Owner notification began december 21, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free strip and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 1-800-993-7686.

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.