NHTSA Recall 81V123000
NHTSA Campaign Id 81V123000; Date: Oct. 14, 1981
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Am General Am General; 1979 Am General Am General
Component: Structure:body:door
Manufactured by: Am General Corporation
Affected Units:: 399
Recall Summary:
The present exit door configuration may allow a passenger"s foot, arm, or shoulder, or the body of a child to become caught in the door pocket.
How to Fix:
Warning decals and modification kit will be provided without charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: transit buses. System: structure; exit door. Consequences of defect: forces imposed by the door can result in serious bodilyinjury without prior warning.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 17, 1981
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