Investigation PE00002: Vehicles

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jan 11, 2000

Closed

May 12, 2000

Model years

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Subject

Inappropriate venting cng transit bus

Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary

ALLEGED THAT CNG IS COMPLETELY VENTED TO THE ATMOSPHERE THROUGH A PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICE (prd) IN THE ABSENCE OF DESIGN VENTING CONDITIONS (I.E., EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURE OR PRESSURE)

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.