1991-1997 Amtran Volunteer and Ward Volunteer recall: body
American Transportation Corp. reported this safety recall on February 5, 1997. It covers about 2,480 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,480
- reported
- Feb 5, 1997
- owners notified
- Mar 19, 1997
Structure: body
- What is wrong
- Certain clothing articles such as draw strings can become lodged in the forward handrails at the bus doors when a person is exiting the bus.
- Risk
- If the driver is unaware of the situation, the entrance door may be closed, capturing the item in the door. Death or injury can occur to the person exiting the bus.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove this handrail. Provisions will be made for buses operating in states that mandate a forward mounted handrail to offer the owners a free repair kit containing a rubber spacer.
Recall number 97V014000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 97V014000
Is there a recall on the 1991-1997 Amtran Volunteer and Ward Volunteer body?
Yes. Recall 97V014000, reported on February 5, 1997, covers about 2,480 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V014000?
Dealers will remove this handrail. Provisions will be made for buses operating in states that mandate a forward mounted handrail to offer the owners a free repair kit containing a rubber spacer.
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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