NHTSA Recall 97V168000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V168000; Date: Oct. 2, 1997
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant of the seat may incur personal injuries.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Collins Bantam; 1997 Collins Grand Bantam
Component: Seats
Manufactured by: Collins Bus Corporation
Affected Units:: 86
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with 39" school bus seats. The seats in these buses have frame material that does not comply with the energy absorption requirements of fmvss no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection. "
How to Fix:
A gusset will be added to the seat cushion frame. In addition, a reinforcement strap will be added to the front of the seat leg.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began September 16, 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact collins at 1-800-533-1850. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 16, 1997
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