Recall 01V-244: 2001 US Bus Metro-Van, 2001 US Bus Sturdibus and 1 more
U.S. BUS CORPORATION recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Jul 31, 2001, covering about 195 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: school buses. Two fasteners were omitted in assembling the wall mount bracket to the seat frame.
The risk
This could compromise the compartmentalization of the seating area in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to a seat occupant.
The fix
Owners will be provided with modification kits and installation instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin during august/september 2001. Owners who do not receive the free modification kit and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact us bus at 1-845-357-2510.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | U.S. BUS CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V244000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| US Bus Metro-Van | 2001 | All years |
| US Bus Sturdibus | 2001 | All years |
| US Bus Universe | 2001 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-244?
Vehicle description: school buses. Two fasteners were omitted in assembling the wall mount bracket to the seat frame.
How is recall 01V-244 fixed?
Owners will be provided with modification kits and installation instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin during august/september 2001. Owners who do not receive the free modification kit and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact us bus at 1-845-357-2510.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.