The worst 1997 Carpenter Classmate problems
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Recalls 1
Seats
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: school buses. Additional reinforcement bars were installed while performing a previous seat recall (98v‑238). These bars were installed into the protection zone on the back of the seats.
- Risk
- In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly protected and personal injury could occur.
- Remedy
- Carpenter has gone out of business. Dealers were to remove the additional steel reinforcement.
Recall number 00V207000 · Recall details
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Is the 1997 Carpenter Classmate reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 Carpenter Classmate.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Carpenter Classmate?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1997 Carpenter Classmate have?
1 recall, covering seats.
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