Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: School Buses Equipped With Flip Seats At The Emergency Exits. The Seat Cushion Hinge On The Combination Flip Seat Is Located In Such A Manner That It Is Within Easy Reach Of The Passenger Sitting In The Seat Located Behind The Combo Flip Seat.
Make Of Vehicle
AMTRAN
Model Of Vehicle
CONVENTIONAL
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
99V061000
Component Description
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
Effect Of Defect
The Hinges On The Combo Flip Seat Can Cause A Pinching Condition, Resulting In Personal Injury.
Fix Defect
Owners Will Be Notified And Sent Kits To Remedy These Seats.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Transportation Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19970214
End Of Manufacture
19990226
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7738
Date Owners Notified
19990401
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ic Corporation
Date Report Received
19990323
Make Campaign Number
99-303