Recall 01V-269: 2000–2002 Amtran CS, 2000–2002 Amtran Fe and 9 more
AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Aug 26, 2001, covering about 3,694 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with 39-inch flip seats. The flip seats could bind in the occupied position and not return to the stored position when not occupied. The cushion frame support bar slides off the seat support pad, which could retain the seat in the occupied position.
The risk
The seat could block the aisle to the emergency exit during an emergency, which may result in injury or death.
The fix
Owners will be provided with instructions and parts to repair the seats free of charge. Owner notification began october 23, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 800-843-5615.
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 | AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V269000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Amtran CS | 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Amtran Fe | 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Amtran RE | 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| International CS | 2002 | All years |
| International Fe | 2002 | All years |
| International IC | 2002 | All years |
| International RE | 2002 | All years |
| International Harvester CS | 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester Fe | 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester IC | 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester RE | 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-269?
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with 39-inch flip seats. The flip seats could bind in the occupied position and not return to the stored position when not occupied. The cushion frame support bar slides off the seat support pad, which could retain the seat in the occupied position.
How is recall 01V-269 fixed?
Owners will be provided with instructions and parts to repair the seats free of charge. Owner notification began october 23, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 800-843-5615.
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.