3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 1998-03-27
Description
Vehicle description: dual rear wheel school buses built on ford e-350 cutaway chassis. The wrong front and rear axle weight ratings are listed on the certification label.
Consequence
Owners could overload the axles if following the ratings as listed.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with a decal to be placed on the current certification plate showing the correct weight limits for the axles.
Notes
Owner notification began march 2, 1998.owners who do not receive the decal within a reasonable time should contact collins bus at 1-800-533-1850.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1998-05-29
Description
Vehicle description: dual rear wheel school buses built on ford e-350 and e-450 'super duty' cutaway chassis, exterior body width of 80, gross vehicle weight rating of 11,500 or 14,050 pounds. These buses may have a modification to the frame rail consisting of a notch in the lower flange of the left-hand frame rail forward of the frame cross member. This modification can affect compliance to fmvss no. 301, fuel system integrity.
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the frame rail flanges could contact and rupture the fuel tank increasing the risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.
Corrective Action
Owners will need to inspect their buses and if repairs are necessary, will be provided with the repair parts required. If an owner desires, their dealer can perform the inspection and repair.
Notes
Owner notification began may 26, 1998.owners who do not receive the instructions and repair parts within a reasonable time should contact collins bus at 1-800-533-1850.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - SEATS
Posted on: 1997-10-10
Description
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.
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant of the seat may incur personal injuries.
Corrective Action
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.
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.