NHTSA Recall 83V038000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V038000; Date: Apr. 6, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1981 Carpenter School Bus; 1982 Carpenter School Bus; 1983 Carpenter School Bus
Component: Structure:frame And Members
Manufactured by: Carpenter Bdy Wrks, Inc.
Affected Units:: 186
Recall Summary:
During a collision, certain interior panels could separate because they have been inadequately fastened. Interior ceiling and body panel joints may not comply with strength requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 221, "school bus body joint strength".
How to Fix:
The dealer will inspect and install additional fasteners in the interior ceiling panel and wall panel joints at no charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: school buses. System: interior systems; interior body panel joints. Consequences of defect: if the interior panels separate during an accident,there is increased potential for occupant injury and ejection.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 28, 1983
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