Recall 89V-177: 1982–1988 Man SG220, 1982–1988 Man SG310
MAN TRUCK AND BUS CORP. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Oct 23, 1989, covering about 1,402 vehicles.
The problem
A crack may develop in the rear end carrier arms that are the load carrying members attaching the two sections of the articulated bus.
The fix
Install reinforcement brackets to prevent cracking of the carrier arms.
Notes
System: rear carrier arms.vehicle description: articulated buses.consequences of defect: such cracks could eventually progress to point wherecarrier arms would break. If break does occur, the rear section would have nodirectional control which could result in an accident.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MAN TRUCK AND BUS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 89V177000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Man SG220 | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | All years |
| Man SG310 | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | 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 89V-177?
A crack may develop in the rear end carrier arms that are the load carrying members attaching the two sections of the articulated bus.
How is recall 89V-177 fixed?
Install reinforcement brackets to prevent cracking of the carrier arms.
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.