NHTSA Recall 03V242000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V242000; Date: Jul. 2, 2003
The increased opening load on the latch might present a problem in the event of an emergency.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Mid Bus Guide; 2002 Mid Bus Guide; 2003 Mid Bus Guide
Component: Structure:body:door:hinge And Attachments
Manufactured by: Mid Bus Incorporated
Affected Units:: 2,750
Recall Summary:
Certain school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217 "bus emergency exits and window retention and release. " the rear door latch has insufficient lubrication, requiring more force to open the door than allowed by the standard.
How to Fix:
Owners are being advised how to lubricate the emergency door latch or, if they prefer, a dealer can perform the remedy for them. Owner notification began August 27, 2003. Owners should contact mid bus at 1-877-358-6055.
Recall 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 27, 2003
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