2000 US Bus Sturdibus recalls and problems
The 2000 US Bus Sturdibus has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any US Bus dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 US Bus Sturdibus vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 US Bus Sturdibus recalls
Recall 06V-443: Seats
Problem: Certain 2000-2006 U.S. Bus sturdibus school buses manufactured between may 1, 2000, and may 2, 2006. The barriers were not installed correctly which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, a passenger's head could be deflected into an unprotected area possibly resulting in injuries.
Fix: U.s. Bus will notify owners and will repair the seats free of charge. The recall began on july 3, 2007. Owners may contact U.S. Bus at 765-939-3984.
Recall 06V-416: Equipment
Problem: Certain 1998 through 2006 universe and sturdibus school buses manufactured between january 1998 and october 23, 2006. The label explaining crossview mirror use is not visible to the seated driver which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 111, rearview mirrors.
Risk: The purpose of this standard is to reduce deaths and injuries that occur when the driver of the vehicle does not have a clear view to the rear.
Fix: U.s. Bus will notify owners and mail a replacement label along with placement instructions free of charge. The recall began on june 30, 2007. Owners can contact U.S. Bus at 765-939-3984.
Recall 01V-281: Structure
Problem: Vehicle description: certain school buses fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength." these buses have insufficient metal hemming in the panel joints.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the side panels of the bus may not protect the occupants at the level required by the standard.
Fix: On the right and left rear exterior panel joints behind the rear wheels, an additional 4 steel rivets will be added at each 8" section between the rub rails to the joint for both sides of the bus. The interior ceiling panel joint will go from the left side to the right side inside the bus. On the interior celing panels center joint from the front to the rear inside of the bus, 4 new steel rivets will be added every 8" section from front to the rear of the bus. Owner notification began september 10, 2003. Owners who do not receive the free modification kit and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact us bus at 1-845-357-2510.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 US Bus Sturdibus have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 US Bus Sturdibus: 06V-443 (seats), 06V-416 (equipment), 01V-281 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are US Bus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized US Bus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.