Recalls for 1991 Chance Rt-52

DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Posted on: 1995-01-03
Description
The rear lights did not have reflective devices installed.  This does not comply with fmvss no.  108, lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Additional rear red reflective devices will be installed.

Notes
System: lighting; reflective devices.vehicle description: buses under 30' in length.consequence of noncompliance: following vehicles would have insufficientlight reflecting from buses.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime, please contact chance coach at 1-316-942-7411.  Also contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

Posted on: 1992-05-20
Description
The power steering pump is improperly calibrated and has insufficient power steering fluid flow for the operation of the steering system.

Consequence
Insufficient fluid flow to the steering system can resultin increased steering effort, loss of steering control, and a possible accident.

Corrective Action
Correct the calibration of the power steering pump.

Notes
System: steering.vehicle description: transit coach under 30 feet in length.note: this situation was remedied by chance coach in july 1991.

DEFECT #3 - STEERING:COLUMN

Posted on: 1992-08-05
Description
The welds on a bracket which attaches the tilt- telescoping steering column to the firewall under the dash are defective and could fail.

Consequence
Failure of the attachment bracket can result in a lossof steering control and a possible vehicle accident.

Corrective Action
A new, improved bracket will be installed on all affected units.

Notes
System: steering.vehicle description: transit coaches and streetcar replicas.