Exterior lighting
- Summary
- The rear lights did not have reflective devices installed. This does not comply with FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment."
- Remedy
- Additional rear red reflective devices will be installed.
1989 Chance RT-52 recalls
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026
For the 1989 Chance RT-52. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.
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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Chance dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.
1989 Chance RT-52 recalls, newest first
Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection
- Summary
- The jam-nuts for the right and left hand tie rods in the drag link were not properly torqued after installation.
- Consequence
- This could allow the tie rod ends to back off duringvehicle operation and continued use could cause the tie rod ends to becomedisengaged and the vehicle steering would become inoperable. Loss of operatorcontrol of the bus would occur.
- Remedy
- Tighten the jam-nuts to the proper torque, and install a new instruction decal on the chassis frame next to the drag link with the correct torque values for the jam nuts.
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
- Summary
- 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.
- Remedy
- Correct the calibration of the power steering pump.
Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery
- Summary
- Insulation on a battery cable can chafe, shorting the conductor to ground.
- Consequence
- This creates a potential fire hazard.
- Remedy
- Repair or replace conductor.
Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery
- Summary
- Battery cables and wire looms can rub against front roadside mud flap bracket, and/or one of the battery cable clamp bolts.
- Consequence
- This creates the potential for electrical shorts and afire hazard.
- Remedy
- Modify mud flap bracket and/or cable clamp bolt to avoid interference with battery cables.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints about the 1989 Chance RT-52 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.
Other Chance RT-52 years
Other 1989 Chance models
Questions
- Does the 1989 Chance RT-52 have any recalls?
- 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, steering, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
- How do I check if my 1989 Chance RT-52 recall has been fixed?
- Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chance dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
- How many complaints have owners filed about the 1989 Chance RT-52?
- 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.