NHTSA Recall 97V077000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V077000; Date: May. 9, 1997
Exit windows may not open properly during an emergency.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Carpenter Classic; 1996 Carpenter Classic; 1997 Carpenter Classic; 1995 Carpenter Counselor; 1996 Carpenter Counselor; 1997 Carpenter Counselor
Component: Visibility:windshield
Manufactured by: Carpenter Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 4,037
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: school buses. Side emergency push-out windows may not open properly due to interference with exterior bow cap. Emergency door(s) may not have required operating instructions located adjacent to interior door handle. This does not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus window retention and release. "
How to Fix:
Owners will be provided with modification instructions or if they so desire, can contact an authorized dealer for assistance.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin may 28, 1997. Notes:owners who do not receive the modification instructions within a reasonable time should contact carpenter at 1-317-965-4000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 9, 1997
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