1997-1999 Van Con GMC Savana recall: hinge and attachments

Van-Con, Incorporated reported this safety recall on November 15, 1999. It covers about 865 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 865
reported: Nov 15, 1999
owners notified: Aug 10, 2000

Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments

What is wrong: Vehicle description: conversion type-a school buses equipped with plunger/socket positive door openers on single rear emergency doors. These buses do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release."
Risk: In the event of an emergency, small children may have difficulty in opening the door, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the plunger/socket type door opener and replace it with a telescopic prop door opener.

Recall number 99V321000

Affected vehicles

Van Con GMC Savana 1997-1999 1997 1998 1999

Questions about recall 99V321000

Is there a recall on the 1997-1999 Van Con GMC Savana hinge and attachments?

Yes. Recall 99V321000, reported on November 15, 1999, covers about 865 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V321000?

Dealers will remove the plunger/socket type door opener and replace it with a telescopic prop door opener.

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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