There have been 21 safety recalls for the Amtran RE. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Amtran RE.
In the event of a crash, personal injury could occur.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1998 Amtran RE, 1999 Amtran RE |
| Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD |
| Recall Summary: Vehicle description: school buses. Some rear emergency exit windows do not meet the vertical opening requirements as specified by fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release. "... Details of this recall 🔎 |
The hinges on the combo flip seat can cause a pinching condition, resulting in personal injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1997 Amtran Conventional, 1998 Amtran Conventional, 1999 Amtran Conventional, 1993 Amtran FE, 1994 Amtran FE, 1995 Amtran FE, 1996 Amtran FE, 1997 Amtran FE, 1998 Amtran FE, 1999 Amtran FE, 1993 Amtran Genesis, 1994 Amtran Genesis, 1995 Amtran Genesis, 1996 Amtran Genesis, 1997 Amtran Genesis, 1998 Amtran Genesis, 1999 Amtran Genesis, 1996 Amtran RE, 1997 Amtran RE, 1998 Amtran RE, 1999 Amtran RE, 1993 Amtran Volunteer, 1994 Amtran Volunteer, 1995 Amtran Volunteer, 1996 Amtran Volunteer, 1997 Amtran Volunteer, 1993 Ward Volunteer, 1994 Ward Volunteer, 1995 Ward Volunteer, 1996 Ward Volunteer, 1997 Ward Volunteer |
| Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER |
| Recall Summary: Vehicle description: school buses equipped with flip seats at the emergency exits. The seat cushion hinge on the combination flip seat is located in such a manner that it is within easy reach of the passenger sitting in the seat located behind the combo flip seat. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Separation of the rear axle could cause a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1999 Amtran FE, 1999 Amtran FH1652, 1999 Amtran Genesis, 1999 Amtran RE |
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Recall Summary: Transit and school buses. Some rear brake assemblies were built using incorrect mounting hardware. Improper torque of the fastener or fasteners that retain the brakes to the rear axle could allow brake groups to separation from the rear axle. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
This could cause difficulty in opening the doors in the event of an emergency.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1991 Amtran Genesis, 1992 Amtran Genesis, 1993 Amtran Genesis, 1994 Amtran Genesis, 1995 Amtran Genesis, 1996 Amtran Genesis, 1997 Amtran Genesis, 1989 Amtran President, 1990 Amtran President, 1996 Amtran RE, 1997 Amtran RE, 1988 Amtran Vanguard, 1989 Amtran Vanguard, 1990 Amtran Vanguard, 1991 Amtran Vanguard, 1992 Amtran Vanguard, 1993 Amtran Vanguard, 1994 Amtran Vanguard, 1995 Amtran Vanguard, 1996 Amtran Vanguard, 1997 Amtran Vanguard, 1991 Amtran Volunteer, 1992 Amtran Volunteer, 1993 Amtran Volunteer, 1994 Amtran Volunteer, 1995 Amtran Volunteer, 1996 Amtran Volunteer, 1997 Amtran Volunteer, 1988 Ward Patriot, 1989 Ward Patriot, 1990 Ward Patriot, 1990 Ward Senator, 1991 Ward Senator, 1992 Ward Senator, 1988 Ward Volunteer, 1989 Ward Volunteer, 1990 Ward Volunteer |
| Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS |
| Recall Summary: Vehicle description: school buses. The emergency door hinges that consist of steel pin fittings and/or lacklubrication can bind from rust and/or corrosion. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the low pressure return hose bursts or separates, there would be a loss of power assist to the steering and a reduction in power assist to the brakes on vehicles equipped with hydraulic brakes.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1995 Amtran RC, 1996 Amtran RC, 1997 Amtran RC, 1995 Amtran RE, 1996 Amtran RE, 1997 Amtran RE, 1995 Amtran RS, 1996 Amtran RS, 1997 Amtran RS |
| Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Recall Summary: The low pressure power steering return hose can either burst or become disconnected due to increased fluid viscosity in frigid temperatures. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 28, 2004 | Seats | 154 |
| Sep. 21, 2004 | Adaptive Equipment | 1,220 |
| May. 24, 2004 | Visibility | 4,157 |
| Feb. 24, 2004 | Equipment | 1,589 |
| Jan. 2, 2004 | Visibility | 52 |
| Sep. 23, 2003 | Structure:body | 66,749 |
| Dec. 30, 2002 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder | 1,295 |
| Aug. 7, 2002 | Structure:body:door | 1,689 |
| Nov. 20, 2001 | Visibility:defroster/defogger System:windshield:blower | 11,944 |
| Aug. 26, 2001 | Seats | 3,694 |
| Apr. 26, 2001 | Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices:exterior | 603 |
| Feb. 23, 2001 | Equipment:other:labels | 554 |
| Nov. 27, 2000 | Visibility:windshield | 73 |
| Aug. 21, 2000 | Service Brakes, Air:antilock | 6,259 |
| Aug. 2, 2000 | Equipment:other:labels | 327 |
| Jul. 5, 2000 | Seat Belts:front:anchorage | 237 |
| Jun. 14, 1999 | Visibility:windshield | 1,591 |
| Mar. 23, 1999 | Seats:front Assembly:recliner | 7,738 |
| Mar. 1, 1999 | Service Brakes | 523 |
| Dec. 1, 1998 | Structure:body:door:hinge And Attachments | 37,656 |
| Mar. 27, 1997 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections | 1,473 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2004 Amtran RE | 3 |
| 2003 Amtran RE | 7 |
| 2002 Amtran RE | 7 |
| 2001 Amtran RE | 8 |
| 2000 Amtran RE | 5 |
| 1999 Amtran RE | 8 |
| 1998 Amtran RE | 7 |
| 1997 Amtran RE | 6 |
| 1996 Amtran RE | 6 |
| 1995 Amtran RE | 3 |
| 1994 Amtran RE | 1 |