| Make : US BUS | Model : SCHOOL BUS | Year : 1999 |
| Build Dates : 19980630 - 20010131 | ||
| NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 01V234000 | ||
| Date Owners Notified: 20030910 | Date Received by ODI: 20010705 | Date Added to Database: 20010717 |
| Manufacturer(s) Involved: U.S. BUS CORPORATION | ||
| Manufacturer(s) Responsible for the Recall: U.S. BUS CORPORATION | ||
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| Component: SEATS | ||
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Summary of the Safety Concern:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES UTILIZING 39" SCHOOL BUS BARRIERS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 222, "SCHOOL BUS PASSENGER SEATING AND CRASH PROTECTION." |
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Consequence:
THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS STANDARD. |
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Remedy:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A MODIFICATION KIT WITH INSTRUCTIONS. A SUPPLEMENTAL BRACKET WILL BE ADDED AT THE BARRIER AISLE FLOOR MOUNT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 10, 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE A FREE MODIFICATION KIT SHOULD CONTACT US BUS AT 1-845-357-2510. |
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| Report Initiator: OVSC | Vehicles Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: 571 | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 222 | |
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Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
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