Key Takeaway

TMI/FUEL:CARBURETION:INJECTORS:THROTTLE CONTROL by TRANSIT MANUFACTURING,INC was recalled on July 24, 1996. What to do: OWNERS WILL THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENTS ON THESE VEHICLES. THE MAIN ENGINE MODULE WILL BE REMOVED, AND ENGINES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR A...

NHTSA Ongoing

TMI/FUEL:CARBURETION:INJECTORS:THROTTLE CONTROL

Recalled: July 24, 1996 ~21 units affected 96V141

Description

TEMPERATURE PROBLEMS ARE OCCURRING WHEN THESE BUSES ARE OPERATING ON COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS.

Injuries / Consequence

FIRES CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENTS ON THESE VEHICLES. THE MAIN ENGINE MODULE WILL BE REMOVED, AND ENGINES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) EXHAUST GAS LEAKAGE; (2) DAMAGE TO THE MANIFOLD; (3) IMPROPER MANIFOLD INSTALLATION; (4) ANY DAMAGE TO OR DEGRADATION OF INSULATION OR ELECTRICAL WIRING; OR (5) DAMAGE TO ANY OTHER ENGINE COMPONENTS. TRANSIT OWNERS SHOULD NOT OPERATE THESE VEHICLES UNTIL ALL ENGINE COMPARTMENTS HAVE BEEN INSPECTED.

Products Affected

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Company Information

TRANSIT MANUFACTURING,INC

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Is this recall still active?

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How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: OWNERS WILL THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENTS ON THESE VEHICLES. THE MAIN ENGINE MODULE WILL BE REMOVED, AND ENGINES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) EXHAUST GAS LEAKAGE; (2)...

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