Recalls for your 1978 Coach And Equipment Fortivan

Recalls for 1978 Coach And Equipment Fortivan

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2 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH


Posted on: 1980-08-08
Description
On certain vehicles, the audible signal may not sound when the emergency door release mechanism is not in the closed position and the ignition is in the on position.  This does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  217, bus window retention and release.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will install a modified latch mechanism which will allow activation of the alarm, independent of the door position.

Notes
Vehicle description: school buses.system: structure; emergency door, release mechanism.consequences of defect: in the absence of an audible warning signal, the drivercould operate the bus while the emergency door is not secure and passengerscould fall out or be ejected and injured.

DEFECT #2 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH


Posted on: 1980-08-08
Description
Vehicles may not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  217, bus window retention and release.  Certain vehicles may have gone through production without the deactivation of the key lock in the rear door.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will install a sheet metal screw in the rear emergency door locking mechanism.

Notes
Vehicle description: school buses.system: structure; rear emergency door lock.consequences of defect: this would allow the engine to be started with theignition switch when the rear emergency door was locked.  If the door was lockedduring vehicle operation, passengers could not exit quickly and safely in caseof emergency and serious injuries could result.