1990-1996 Carpenter Cadet, Carpenter Classic and others recall: body

Carpenter Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 7, 1996. It covers about 3,382 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 3,382
reported: Jun 7, 1996
owners notified: Aug 7, 1996

Structure: body

What is wrong: Vehicle description: school buses. Passenger's clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
Risk: When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in the handrail and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Carpenter is sending corrective parts to owners along with installation instructions.

Recall number 96V097000

Affected vehicles

Carpenter Cadet 1990-1996 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996
Carpenter Classic 1990-1996 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996
Carpenter Classmate 1990-1996 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996
Carpenter Counselor 1990-1996 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996

Questions about recall 96V097000

Is there a recall on the 1990-1996 Carpenter Cadet, Carpenter Classic and others body?

Yes. Recall 96V097000, reported on June 7, 1996, covers about 3,382 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 96V097000?

Carpenter is sending corrective parts to owners along with installation instructions.

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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