Defect Description For Recall
An Item Worn By A Child, Such As A Long Drawstring, Sash, Or Backpack/Bookbag Accessory, Can Become Caught In The Area Between The Handrail And The Floor.
Make Of Vehicle
US Bus
Model Of Vehicle
EAGLE
Year
1996
Recall Campaign Number
96V206000
Component Description
Structure:Body
Effect Of Defect
If An Item Worn By A Child Were To Catch On This Area, And The Driver Were To Close The Door And Put The Vehicle In Motion, This Can Result In Serious Injury Or Death.
Fix Defect
US Bus Has Gone Out Of Business. The CorreCTIon Was To Turn The Handle Upside Down And Install A Redesigned (White) Spacer Between The Floor And The Handrail.
Vehicle Manufacturer
U.S. Bus Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
19950101
End Of Manufacture
19960930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
616
Date Owners Notified
19970520
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
U.S. Bus Corporation
Date Report Received
19961026