Recall 98V-253: 1993–1997 Chance AH-28

CHANCE COACH, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Oct 9, 1998, covering about 38 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-253
Report date
Oct 9, 1998
Vehicles affected
38
Owners notified
Oct 9, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: compressed natural gas (Cng) fueled streetcars. The fuel tank support structure (Cupola) was improperly fastened. These fasteners could loosen over time, causing complete structural failure on the cupola.

The risk

This condition can lead to CNG leakage, increasing the risk of fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect these structures and repair as necessary.

Notes

Owner notification began october 9, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chance coach at 1-888-391-1777.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerCHANCE COACH, INC.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Mounting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V253000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chance AH-281993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997All 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-253?

Vehicle description: compressed natural gas (Cng) fueled streetcars. The fuel tank support structure (Cupola) was improperly fastened. These fasteners could loosen over time, causing complete structural failure on the cupola.

How is recall 98V-253 fixed?

Dealers will inspect these structures and repair as necessary.

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.