Safety Recall NHTSA · 98V248000 Reported October 7, 1998

Amtran/wheel assemblies

Ic Corporation · N/A · 1,878 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
98V248000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,878
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 7, 1998

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: transit and school buses built with the rear axle five-spoke cast style wheel assemblies, codes 28a002, 28a003, 28a006, and 28a007. these assemblies have mis-matched wheel spacer and clamps, which could cause high stress on the wheel studs.

Safety Consequence

This condition can result in potential wheel stud failures, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions.

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 Ic Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 98V248000 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 98V248000

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

What is recall 98V248000?

NHTSA recall 98V248000 was issued by Ic Corporation on October 7, 1998. It addresses: Amtran/wheel assemblies. The recall affects approximately 1,878 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ic Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V248000 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.