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2008-2010 Startrans Mfsab recall: barriers

Startrans Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on May 21, 2010. It covers about 130 vehicles.

vehicles affected
130
reported
May 21, 2010
owners notified
Jun 18, 2010

Seats: barriers

What is wrong
Startrans is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 mfsab model school buses manufactured from january 2008 through april 9, 2010, equipped with freedman seat barriers, p/nos. 38764 and 15198. The barrier for leg protection was built using the wrong gauge of material and fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant(s) may not be adequately protected, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Startrans will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on june 18, 2010. Owners may contact startrans at 1‑574‑642‑0810.

Recall number 10V219000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V219000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2010 Startrans Mfsab barriers?

Yes. Recall 10V219000, reported on May 21, 2010, covers about 130 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V219000?

Startrans will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on june 18, 2010. Owners may contact startrans at 1‑574‑642‑0810.

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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