- The problem
- The low pressure power steering return hose can either burst or become disconnected due to increased fluid viscosity in frigid temperatures.
- The risk
- If the low pressure return hose bursts or separates, there would be a loss of power assist to the steering and a reduction in power assist to the brakes on vehicles equipped with hydraulic brakes.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the return hoses with a hose that can tolerate higher pressures, use improved clamps and a power steering fluid that is less viscous in frigid temperatures.
Vehicle safety record
1996 Amtran RS Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1996 Amtran RS have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 1997 for the hose, piping, and connections.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical RS year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1996 Amtran RS recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 1996 Amtran RS yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Amtran RS: every year compared
All RS years1996 Amtran RS vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Amtran RS | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 1996 Amtran RE | 2 | 6 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1996 Amtran RS
Does the 1996 Amtran RS have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1996 Amtran RS: hose, piping, and connections (March 1997). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1996 Amtran RS had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1996 Amtran RS a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Amtran RS year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 1996 Amtran RS has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data