Recall 98V-106: 1992–1998 Amtran Genesis, 1996–1998 Amtran RS3302 and 3 more
AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 15, 1998, covering about 13,422 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: school buses. These vehicles were built with inadequate circuit protection devices (Fuses or circuit breakers) allowing the headlamps, during high beam operation, to impose too much load causing the protection device to open the circuit.
The risk
This condition could cause the loss of the head lights, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Owners will be provided with a free repair kit and instructions to remedy this condition. If an owner so desires, their dealer can perform the remedy for them.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin june 24, 1998.owners who do not receive the free repair kit within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 1-501-505-2190.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V106000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Amtran Genesis | 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Amtran RS3302 | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Amtran RS3505 | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Amtran RS3708 | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Amtran RS3911 | 1996, 1997, 1998 | 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 98V-106?
Vehicle description: school buses. These vehicles were built with inadequate circuit protection devices (Fuses or circuit breakers) allowing the headlamps, during high beam operation, to impose too much load causing the protection device to open the circuit.
How is recall 98V-106 fixed?
Owners will be provided with a free repair kit and instructions to remedy this condition. If an owner so desires, their dealer can perform the remedy for them.
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.