Recall 05V-257: 2005 US Bus Sturdibus
U.S. BUS CORPORATION recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jun 2, 2005, covering about 200 vehicles.
The problem
Certain 2005 my sturdibus school buses. These buses fail to comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "window retention."
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, it is possible that passenger contact with the window could cause the window to dislodge from its gasket/seal, and permit passage of a passenger's head through the resulting opening. This could result in serious injury or even death.
The fix
Us bus will provide a repair kit along with installation instructions to its customers free of charge. The recall began on january 30, 2006. Owners may contact us bus at 845-357-2510.
Notes
Customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (Tty:1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | U.S. BUS CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V257000 |
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 05V-257?
Certain 2005 my sturdibus school buses. These buses fail to comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "window retention."
How is recall 05V-257 fixed?
Us bus will provide a repair kit along with installation instructions to its customers free of charge. The recall began on january 30, 2006. Owners may contact us bus at 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.