2002 General Coach M1035 recalls and problems

Recall 04V-599: Equipment

Problem: Certain buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, 'bus emergency exits and window retention and release.' the operating instruction decals for the emergency latches may not have been placed on the emergency exit windows.

Fix: Owners will be provided with labels and installation instructions that describe the steps to be taken for proper placement of the window decal. The recall began january 6, 2005. Owners should contact general coach at 1-800-842-0622.

Recall 04V-521: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Problem: On certain buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.

Fix: Sure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or champion at 810-724-6474.

Recall 04V-275: Seats

Problem: Certain buses involved in this campaign fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the driver's seat tether strap was not installed.

Risk: The function of the driver's seat tether strap is to secure the driver's seat in the event of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install the required tether strap. The recall began june 21, 2004. Owners should contact general coach at 1-800-842-0622.