Recall 93V-197: 1992–1993 Chance AH-28, 1992–1993 Chance VS-24

CHANCE COACH, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Nov 24, 1993, covering about 21 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-197
Report date
Nov 24, 1993
Vehicles affected
21
Owners notified
Mar 11, 1994

The problem

The passenger access doors are equipped with differential air motors for the door opening and closing operation. Due to the size and construction of the doors, the motors that hold the doors closed can be overpowered and the doors can be forced open by a passenger pushing against them.

The risk

If the vehicle is in motion as the doors are pushed open,the parking brakes will set, stopping the vehicle suddenly. This could result ininjuries to standing passengers. If the doors can be pushed open wide enough,a passenger may fall out of the moving vehicle, causing serious injuries.

The fix

An unloader kit will be added to dump the air off of the small cylinder side of the door motor to insure that the doors are positively locked and cannot be forced open.

Notes

System: structure; door assembly.vehicle description: diesel-powered, rubber-tired authentic replicas ofturn-of-the-century streetcars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact chance coach service center at 1-316-942-7411. Also, contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerCHANCE COACH, INC.
ComponentStructure › Body › Door
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number93V197000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chance AH-281992, 1993All years
Chance VS-241992, 1993All 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 93V-197?

The passenger access doors are equipped with differential air motors for the door opening and closing operation. Due to the size and construction of the doors, the motors that hold the doors closed can be overpowered and the doors can be forced open by a passenger pushing against them.

How is recall 93V-197 fixed?

An unloader kit will be added to dump the air off of the small cylinder side of the door motor to insure that the doors are positively locked and cannot be forced open.

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.