Safety Recall NHTSA · 96V182000 Reported September 23, 1996

Neoplan/cng fuel tank brackets

Neoplan Usa Corporation · Fuel System, Other · 202 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
96V182000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Other
Vehicles Affected
202
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 23, 1996

Defect Summary

These buses are equipped with compressed natural gas fuel tanks supplied by edo canada. the fuel cylinder straps expand when tanks are pressurized causing brackets to break the mounting hardware.

Safety Consequence

This condition can cause the cylinder to fall increasing the risk of explosion or fire.

Corrective Action

A new strap with elastomeric springs that will allow the strap to expand with the tank has been designed and will be installed on these buses.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Neoplan Usa Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 96V182000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 96V182000

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

What is recall 96V182000?

NHTSA recall 96V182000 was issued by Neoplan Usa Corporation on September 23, 1996. It addresses: Neoplan/cng fuel tank brackets. The recall affects approximately 202 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Other component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Neoplan Usa Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 96V182000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.