Recall 89V-070: 1968–1989 Crown School Bus

CROWN COACH CORPORATION recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 8, 1989, covering about 700 vehicles.

NHTSA number
89V-070
Report date
May 8, 1989
Vehicles affected
700
Owners notified
Mar 7, 1989

The problem

The neutral by pass switch which allows the neutral start safety switch to be overridden violates the federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102.

The risk

Should the neutral start switch be overridden and thebus engine started while in gear, it is possible for the bus to moveunexpectedly. This could result in a vehicle accident.

The fix

On vehicles with automatic transmission, the switch is to be disconnected.

Notes

System: transmission/neutral by pass switch.vehicle description: school buses equipped with automatic transmission andneutral by pass switch, FMVSS 102.

Recall details

ManufacturerCROWN COACH CORPORATION
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition › Switch
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number89V070000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Crown School Bus1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989All 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 89V-070?

The neutral by pass switch which allows the neutral start safety switch to be overridden violates the federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102.

How is recall 89V-070 fixed?

On vehicles with automatic transmission, the switch is to be disconnected.

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.