Investigation PE96054: 1996 Neoplan AN440

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Sep 3, 1996

Closed

Sep 26, 1996

Model years

1996

Subject

Cng fuel tank explosion

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Summary

Nhtsa received calls from both neoplan and the federal transit administration reporting the explosion of a fuel tank on a cng powered transit bus.no fire or injuries were reported. The explosion occurred during refueling.the fuel tanks used on the subject buses are carbon composite graphite, manufactured by edo canada, ltd.the los angeles mta has grounded it fleet until the cause of the problem can be determined and corrected.

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.