Recall 92V-029: 1986–1992 Neoplan Inter-City Bus, 1986–1992 Neoplan Transit Bus

NEOPLAN USA CORP. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 6, 1992, covering about 1,439 vehicles.

NHTSA number
92V-029
Report date
Mar 6, 1992
Vehicles affected
1,439
Owners notified
Feb 14, 1992

The problem

Stray voltage induced on the power takeoff (Pto) signal circuit 510 may occur when the electronic control module (Ecm) connector gets wet, causing unintended engine acceleration.

The risk

Unintended engine acceleration while the bus is in gearmay result in a loss of vehicle control and an accident.

The fix

Install a ground interlock to ground circuit 510 in the ddec system anytime the pto is disabled for any reason. The ground eliminates the stray voltage effect between the ECM connector and circuit 510.

Notes

System: electrical system.vehicle description: transit buses and inter-city coaches equipped with detroitdiesel ec-1 and ec-II controlled 6v-92ta, 8v-92ta, and series 60 engines.

Recall details

ManufacturerNEOPLAN USA CORP.
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition › Module
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number92V029000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Neoplan Inter-City Bus1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992All years
Neoplan Transit Bus1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992All 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 92V-029?

Stray voltage induced on the power takeoff (Pto) signal circuit 510 may occur when the electronic control module (Ecm) connector gets wet, causing unintended engine acceleration.

How is recall 92V-029 fixed?

Install a ground interlock to ground circuit 510 in the ddec system anytime the pto is disabled for any reason. The ground eliminates the stray voltage effect between the ECM connector and circuit 510.

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.