Recall 88V-082: 1987 Neoplan Neoplan

NEOPLAN USA CORP. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on May 17, 1988, covering about 28 vehicles.

NHTSA number
88V-082
Report date
May 17, 1988
Vehicles affected
28
Owners notified
Jan 1, 1988

The problem

Fuel filler neck could be positioned or installed in a way that allows fuel to enter the passenger compartment under certain conditions.

The risk

Fuel odor would be present and in presence of an ignitionsource, could result in a fire.

The fix

Remove fuel filler neck and relocate below floorline of bus.

Notes

System: fuel filler neck.vehicle description: 40 FT. Metroliner buses.

Recall details

ManufacturerNEOPLAN USA CORP.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number88V082000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Neoplan Neoplan1987All 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 88V-082?

Fuel filler neck could be positioned or installed in a way that allows fuel to enter the passenger compartment under certain conditions.

How is recall 88V-082 fixed?

Remove fuel filler neck and relocate below floorline of bus.

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.