Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V056000 Reported March 19, 2003

Optima/windshield wiper motor switch

Q: What is recall 03V056000?

NHTSA recall 03V056000 was issued by Chance Coach, Inc. on March 19, 2003. It addresses: Optima/windshield wiper motor switch. The recall affects approximately 203 vehicles , with the defect involving the Visibility component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Chance Coach, Inc. · Visibility · 203 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03V056000

Manufacturer Campaign

SBR 03-002

Manufacturer

Chance Coach, Inc.

Component

Visibility

Vehicles Affected

203

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

March 19, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain diesel buses, the two-speed windshield wiper switch can cause the low speed wiper relay to chatter causing the windshield wiper motor to overheat.

Safety Consequence

When the windshield wiper motor overheats, it causes the 15 amp windshield wiper fuse to open protecting the circuit. this results in the loss of windshield wiper operation. loss of visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the wiper switch. owner notification began on february 17, 2003. 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 optima bus at 1-316-779-7700.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Chance Coach, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03V056000 or campaign SBR 03-002.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 03V056000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03V056000?

NHTSA recall 03V056000 was issued by Chance Coach, Inc. on March 19, 2003. It addresses: Optima/windshield wiper motor switch. The recall affects approximately 203 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chance Coach, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V056000 or the manufacturer campaign number SBR 03-002. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.