Defect Description For Recall
Bus Bodies May Not Meet The 60 Percent Joint Efficiency Requirements Of Fmvss 221 Due To Insufficient Bonding Of The Adhesive In The Joint.
Make Of Vehicle
CARPENTER
Model Of Vehicle
SCHOOL BUS
Year
1987
Recall Campaign Number
87V114000
Component Description
Structure:Body
Effect Of Defect
Roof Panel Joints Could Detach In A Severe Crash Or Busrollover.
Fix Defect
Repair Joints By Installing A Sufficient Number Of Fasteners To Mechanically Bring Joints Into Compliance.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Carpenter Bdy Wrks, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19870101
End Of Manufacture
19870301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
874
Date Owners Notified
19870803
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Carpenter Bdy Wrks, Inc.
Date Report Received
19870723
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
221