2001 Amtran Re recall: windshield

American Transportation Corp. reported this safety recall on November 27, 2000. It covers about 73 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 73
reported: Nov 27, 2000
owners notified: Dec 8, 2000

Visibility: windshield

What is wrong: Vehicle description: school buses equipped with hehr international rear exit windows with vandal locks. These buses were built with rear emergency exit windows incorporating a lock option that could be left in the lock position and allow the engine to be started. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release."
Risk: During the operation of the bus, the window could remain locked and in the event of a crash, the seat occupant would not be able to open the window increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with instructions on how to repair the noncompliance.

Recall number 00V390000

Affected vehicles

Amtran Re 2001 2001

Questions about recall 00V390000

Is there a recall on the 2001 Amtran Re windshield?

Yes. Recall 00V390000, reported on November 27, 2000, covers about 73 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V390000?

Owners will be provided with instructions on how to repair the noncompliance.

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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