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1997 Amtran Conventional problems

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Owner complaints
0
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
2

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Recalls 2

Seats: front assembly: reclinerReported March 23, 1999 · 7,738 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
The hinges on the combo flip seat can cause a pinching condition, resulting in personal injury.
Remedy
Owners will be notified and sent kits to remedy these seats.

Recall number 99V061000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported August 28, 1998 · 8,083 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: school buses built with code g47aodm outward opening service door and code g47acdc or g47a5dc manual door control. Certain clothing articles such as draw strings can become lodged between the control rod clevis and the attachment at the door as a person is exiting the bus.
Risk
If the driver is unaware of this situation, the entrance door may be closed, capturing the item in the door. Death or injury could occur to the person exiting the bus.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions.

Recall number 98V200000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Amtran Conventional 2

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Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 Amtran Conventional.

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2 recalls, covering seats and structure.

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