2004 Amtran Fe recalls and problems
The 2004 Amtran Fe has 6 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Amtran dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2004 Amtran Fe vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2004 Amtran Fe recalls
Recall 04V-498: Seats
Problem: Certain 1998, 2000-2005 my ce, fe, and re school buses built with one or more ce white 30-inch child restraint seats and manufactured between march 25, 1998 and august 24, 2004. The seat cushion retention may not retain the seat in all circumstances.
Risk: In the event of a sudden stop, the seat cushion may tip forward and may become unattached causing the passenger to slide off the seat and/or be trapped by the seat cushion. This action could possibly result in personal injury or death.
Fix: Ic corp will notify its customers and will repair the cushion by adding a clip to the cushion tying it to the seat frame. The recall began on october 5, 2004. 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 compliance department at 1-800-843-5615.
Recall 04V-492: Seats
Problem: Certain fe school and commercial buses built with ce white driver seats with a pedestal style mount and manufactured between january 10, 1992 through february 24, 2004. These pedestals can develop cracks rendering the seat unstable.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat could separate from the base, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Fix: Ic will notify its customers and repair the seat by replacing the upper portion of the assembly with a more robust design. The recall began june 3, 2005. 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 compliance department at 1-800-843-5615.
Recall 04V-012: Visibility
Problem: Certain commercial buses equipped with t-slide oval windows fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." incorrect side emergency exit windows were installed.
Risk: Passengers could be prevented from exiting the bus, which could result in personal injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the windows. Owner notification began december 18, 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 amtran at 1-800-843-5615.
Recall 04V-010: Structure
Problem: Certain fe model school buses manufactured from october 14, 1991, and march 4, 2003. A gap between the modesty panel and the wheel well located behind the driver's seat can be created if the panel is bent out of position. Under the panel, the edges are sharp and jagged.
Risk: Should someone reach under the panel, they could cut thier hands, fingers, or toes on the jagged edges.
Fix: Ic will notify its customers and repair the panel free of charge. Owner notification is expected to begin january 20, 2004. 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 compliance department toll-free at 1-800-843-5615. Customers can locate the nearest dealer by calling 1-800-993-7686.
Recall 03V-354: Structure
Problem: Ce model school buses which fail to comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, school bus body joint strength. The roof top sheet may be improperly located, reducing the material edge distance at the rivet line.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the joint strenght could fail possibily resulting in injuries to the vehicle occupants.
Fix: Ic will notify its customers and will provide inspection and repair instruction. The recall began on january 25, 2005. 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 customer service at (We do not yet have a telephone number for this campaign.)
Recall 03V-326: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Certain flat floor school buses were built with the incorrect hydraulic brake drop hoses from frame to axle. The hoses installed were 3 inches shorter than specified and may fail from tension caused by axle articulation.
Risk: This hose failure will result in the loss of rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the hoses and bleed the brake system. Owner notification began on october 9, 2003. Owners should contact ic at 1-800-843-5615.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Amtran Fe have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2004 Amtran Fe: 04V-498 (seats), 04V-492 (seats), 04V-012 (visibility), 04V-010 (structure), 03V-354 (structure) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Amtran recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Amtran dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.