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Ward Patriot recalls

There are 4 safety recalls on record for the Ward Patriot, covering 121,706 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Ward Patriot recalls by model year

1993 11992 11991 31990 4

All recalls

Structure: body: door: hinge and attachmentsReported December 1, 1998 · 37,656 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: school buses. The emergency door hinges that consist of steel pin fittings and/or lacklubrication can bind from rust and/or corrosion.
Risk
This could cause difficulty in opening the doors in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions. The owners can contact an amtran dealer for assistance if they so desire.

Recall number 98V301000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported March 11, 1996 · 34,900 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 inserious injury or death.
Remedy
Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from being caught. Replace foam pad and install 1" thick rubber spacer between the brace and the wall.

Recall number 96V047000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported March 11, 1996 · 2,650 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 inserious injury or death.
Remedy
Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from being caught. Identify the handrail application. If handrail extends from barrier to step well, no modifications are needed. If handrail extends from barrier to inside wall, kit must be ordered and new handrail installed when received.

Recall number 96V046000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported April 9, 1993 · 46,500 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Passengers clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
Risk
When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in thehandrail, and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, theindividual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result in seriousinjury or death.
Remedy
Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.

Recall number 93V032002 · Recall details

Questions about the Ward Patriot recalls

How do I check if my Ward Patriot has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Ward Patriot have?

4, covering structure.

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