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1985 Transportation 96A2 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1985 Transportation 96A2. 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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1985 Transportation 96A2 recalls, newest first

July 22, 1986NHTSA 86V09700079 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Summary
The pinch bolt used to clamp the steering drive shaft yoke to the steering gear box shaft may have insufficient torque. Consequence of defect: if the pinch bolt has insufficient torque, the bolt will wear to the extent that loss of interface with the groove in the steering box would occur, allowing the steering drive shaft to slip off and result in loss of steering and a potential crash.
Remedy
Install new pinch bolts, as necessary, and retorque to 40-45 lb./ft.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 15, 1985NHTSA 85V14800051 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary
Brake air lines were incorrectly installed. The brake air lines from the bulkhead fittings to a two-way valve and to a relay valve which feeds the park brake and service brakes were inadvertently reversed during installation. Consequence of defect: this condition allows the parking brake to function normally, but when the service brakes are applied air is directed to the parking brake diaphragms and not to the service brakes. This will substantially reduce the stopping capability of the service brakes. Also, if the parking brakes are applied, they may be difficult to release.
Remedy
Inspect and make proper installation of the air brake lines.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 24, 1985NHTSA 85V08200039 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary
The center axle mounted steering gear necessitates the use of longer tie rod arms. These arms come in closer proximity to the front tires than buses not having the center axle mounted steering gear. Consequence of defect: the longer tie rod could scuff the front tire, which could result in tire failure and possible loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Replacement of tie rods on buses found to have tire clearance problems.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1985 Transportation 96A2 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Transportation 96A2 years

Other 1985 Transportation models

Questions

Does the 1985 Transportation 96A2 have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, service brakes, air. 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 1985 Transportation 96A2 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Transportation 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 1985 Transportation 96A2?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.