NHTSA Recall 02V192000: Manual transmission (power train)
CHANCE COACH, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 109 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chance AH-28.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V192000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › MANUAL TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | July 23, 2002 |
| Owner notification | July 24, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain streetcars (diesel and cng models) and rt-52 diesel coaches manufactured with at-545 and mt643 transmissions which use a manual transmission control cable. The transmission control cable may rub against the junction box power stud located on the bottom of the junction box.
Safety risk
Long-term wear can allow the power stud to short to ground through the transmission control cable, resulting in electrical arcing and the ignition of combustible materials in the junction box compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine if either the power stud insulation boot and/or the transmission shift cable clamp is missing. Both the insulation boot and the clamp will be installed if missing. Owner notification is expected to begin during july 2002. 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.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V192000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.