NHTSA recall 85V032000
Suspension
Neoplan Neoplan
Reported Mar 25, 19851,800 vehicles affectedNEOPLAN USA CORP.Built Jan 1, 1981 – Dec 1, 1984
The defect
Hairline cracks may occur in one or more of three weld areas: front suspension interface plate at the bottom frame structure, rear suspension termination points of the transverse link tower outboard gusset, or rear axle mounting pad to the a frame on the longitudinal beam. consequence of defect: driver may experience handling difficulties which may result in an accident.
The remedy
Repair rear suspension and structure to which front suspension attaches.