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1997 Carpenter Classmate recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 1997 Carpenter Classmate, covering 3,205 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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SeatsReported August 3, 2000 · 3,205 vehicles affected
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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How many recalls does the 1997 Carpenter Classmate have?

1, covering seats.

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