1996-1997 Carpenter Cadet, Carpenter Classic and others recall: seats
Carpenter Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 3, 2000. It covers about 3,205 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,205
- reported
- Aug 3, 2000
- owners notified
- Sep 4, 2000
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
Affected vehicles
- Carpenter Cadet 1996-1997 19961997
- Carpenter Classic 1996-1997 19961997
- Carpenter Classmate 1996-1997 19961997
- Carpenter Counselor 1996-1997 19961997
Questions about recall 00V207000
Is there a recall on the 1996-1997 Carpenter Cadet, Carpenter Classic and others seats?
Yes. Recall 00V207000, reported on August 3, 2000, covers about 3,205 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 00V207000?
Carpenter has gone out of business. Dealers were to remove the additional steel reinforcement.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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