Recall 03V-118: 2002–2003 Amtran CE

The problem

Certain school buses equipped with flip seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." seats with seat belts were bolted to the floor without the use of required reinforcements under the floor.

The risk

During a crash, this condition may allow the seat to become loose which could cause personal injury or death to the seat occupant.

The fix

Dealers will add reinforcements to the seat mounting at the floor. Owner notification began on april 23, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ic corporation at 1-800-843-5615.

Notes

Ic corporation recall no. 03301.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

Vehicles in this recall

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 03V-118?

Certain school buses equipped with flip seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." seats with seat belts were bolted to the floor without the use of required reinforcements under the floor.

How is recall 03V-118 fixed?

Dealers will add reinforcements to the seat mounting at the floor. Owner notification began on april 23, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ic corporation at 1-800-843-5615.

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.