Recall 04V-251: 2001–2004 Amtran RE, 2003–2004 IC RE
IC CORPORATION recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on May 24, 2004, covering about 4,157 vehicles.
The problem
On certain school buses, the instructions on how to operate the emergency exit did not meet the minimal letter height of 1-centermeter. These buses fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
The risk
The label may not be visible to the operator, possibly resulting in injury if the occupants cannot exit the bus quickly.
The fix
Ic will mail new labels with installation instructions. Owner notification began june 25, 2004. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ic at 501-505-2190.
Notes
Ic recall no. 04302.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | IC CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V251000 |
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 04V-251?
On certain school buses, the instructions on how to operate the emergency exit did not meet the minimal letter height of 1-centermeter. These buses fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
How is recall 04V-251 fixed?
Ic will mail new labels with installation instructions. Owner notification began june 25, 2004. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ic at 501-505-2190.
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.