Vehicle recall 98V253000 · October 9, 1998
1993-1997 Chance AH-28
Vehicle description: compressed natural gas (CNG) fueled streetcars.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Vehicle description: compressed natural gas (CNG) fueled streetcars. The fuel tank support structure (cupola) was improperly fastened. These fasteners could loosen over time, causing complete structural failure on the cupola.
- Consequence
- This condition can lead to CNG leakage, increasing the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect these structures and repair as necessary.
- Notes
- Owner notification began October 9, 1998.OWNERS who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chance coach at 1-888-391-1777.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 98V253000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 9, 1998
- Filed by
- CHANCE COACH, INC.
- Owner notification
- October 9, 1998
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 38
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting
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