Recall 22V851 covers 353 2016-2023 Coach And Equipment Phoenix buses for corroding fuel lines. Free repair at any franchised Coach And Equipment dealer.
Coach And Equipment is recalling 353 2016-2023 Phoenix transit buses because zinc plating on Roush fuel return lines can break away after road debris contact, letting dissimilar metals touch and corrode. A corroded fuel line can leak fuel and increase fire risk; the dealer repair will be free once Coach And Equipment makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The 1/4-inch fuel return line on 2016-2023 Coach And Equipment Phoenix transit buses is part of the Roush LPG conversion system. It carries fuel through the return side of the system, using a zinc-plated carbon steel fitting held by a stainless-steel crimp collar. That fitting has to stay sealed so LPG stays inside the fuel system.
On affected buses used in Salt Belt conditions, road debris can chip or break away the zinc plating on the fitting. Once the coating is damaged, road salt and moisture let the carbon steel fitting react against the stainless-steel collar. That metal-to-metal reaction corrodes the fitting, and corrosion can eventually compromise the fuel return line connection.
An owner or service technician can see the warning sign before a leak starts. Look for a significant amount of red rust on the fuel return line connector fitting.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2016-2023 Phoenix model years, all tied to the same fuel return line assembly.
| 2018 Coach And Equipment Phoenix | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Coach And Equipment Phoenix | fuel system |
| 2019 Coach And Equipment Phoenix | fuel system |
| 2020 Coach And Equipment Phoenix | fuel system |
| 2016 Coach And Equipment Phoenix | fuel system |
| 2021 Coach And Equipment Phoenix | fuel system |
| 2022 Coach And Equipment Phoenix | fuel system |
| 2023 Coach And Equipment Phoenix | fuel system |
| Units affected | 353 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A corroded fuel line can leak fuel and increase the risk of a fire. Heavy red rust on the fuel return line connector fitting is a warning sign before a leak, so schedule the recall repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Coach And Equipment dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2023 Coach And Equipment Phoenix is included in this recall.
- Call Coach And Equipment customer service at 1-800-724-8464 to ask when the free fuel-return-line replacement is available.
- Reference recall number 22V851 when you call, and keep the owner letter with your service records if you received one.
- Inspect for fuel smell or visible fuel under the bus before each trip until the repair is complete.
- Avoid operating the bus if you smell fuel or see a fuel leak, and contact Coach And Equipment for service guidance.
What happens at the repair
Once the repair is available, a Coach And Equipment technician will replace the fuel return lines covered by recall 22V851. Parts and labor will be covered under the recall. Roush CleanTech says it will reimburse reasonable costs for getting the same fuel return line problem fixed before owner, purchaser, and dealer notification. Keep repair invoices and payment records, then contact Coach And Equipment customer service to ask how to submit the reimbursement claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 18, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 19, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 19, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| December 19, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 20, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V851?
Recall 22V851 covers 353 2016-2023 Coach And Equipment Phoenix transit buses equipped with Roush fuel return lines in GEN 4 and GEN 5 LPG Conversion Systems. Road debris can damage zinc plating on the fuel return line, leading to corrosion and a fuel leak. Dealers will replace the lines for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2023 Coach And Equipment Phoenix is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 22V851. If it is, contact a franchised Coach And Equipment dealer to schedule the fuel return line replacement. Reference recall number 22V851 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Coach And Equipment dealers will replace the fuel return lines free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a fuel leak from a corroded fuel return line. NHTSA campaign 22V851 states that leaking fuel increases the risk of a fire. Until the repair is complete, arrange dealer service and ask Coach And Equipment about any fuel smell, visible leak, or service concern before driving.
When were owners notified about recall 22V851?
Coach And Equipment mailed owner notification letters on December 19, 2022. If you bought the bus used or never received the letter, check your VIN and contact Coach And Equipment customer service at 1-800-724-8464 with recall number 22V851.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V851000 |
|---|---|
| Coach And Equipment customer service | 1-800-724-8464 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V851 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V851000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →