NHTSA Recall 05V108000: Engine and engine cooling
OPTIMA BUS CORP reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2004 Optima AH-28.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V108000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SAF 05002 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | March 24, 2005 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain transit buses equipped with webasto heaters, the burner tubes are made of material that does not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Safety risk
Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Webasto dealers will replace the suspected defective parts free of charge. Owners may contact optima at 316-779-7700 or webasto at 810-593-6000.
Notes
Optima recall no. Saf 05002.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V108000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Optima AH-28 | 2004 |
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.