Amtran/fuse/circuit breaker
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school buses. these vehicles were built with inadequate circuit protection devices (fuses or circuit breakers) allowing the headlamps, during high beam operation, to impose too much load causing the protection device to open the circuit.
Safety Consequence
This condition could cause the loss of the head lights, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with a free repair kit and instructions to remedy this condition. if an owner so desires, their dealer can perform the remedy for them.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ic Corporation or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 98V106000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V106000?
NHTSA recall 98V106000 was issued by Ic Corporation on May 15, 1998. It addresses: Amtran/fuse/circuit breaker. The recall affects approximately 13,422 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ic Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V106000 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.