Amtran Tank Assembly Recall 92V102001 (200 Vehicles)

The problem

The fuel system failed the crash barrier test. The fuel tank was punctured, resulting in fluid loss greater than allowed by fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity".

The risk

Fuel spills in a collision could lead to a vehicle fireif exposed to a source of ignition.

The fix

MODIFY THE FUEL TANK CAGE TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 301.

Contacts

System: fuel tank assembly; fmvss 301.Vehicle description: school buses with 65 gallon fuel tanks and fuel tank cagesystems.Note: it is important that all affected buses be remedied. However, the recallshould not cause parents or school officials to be unduly alarmed. Nhtsa isunaware of any actual crashes in which the fuel system of an amtran chassisruptured.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Amtran dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 92V102001.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1992 Amtran Genesis	0	4	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1992 Amtran Genesis

Questions

Is the 92V102001 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 92V102001?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 92V102001 announced?

AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. reported it to NHTSA on August 3, 1992. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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