2004 US Bus Universe recalls and problems
The 2004 US Bus Universe has 4 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any US Bus dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2004 US Bus Universe vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2004 US Bus Universe recalls
Recall 07V-155: Seats
Problem: Certain U.S. Bus sturdibus, sturdivan, and universe school buses manufactured between may 1, 2000, and may 2, 2006. In a crash, the wall and floor mounting bolts can pull through the supporting steel which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages. Also the seats in these buses do not comply with the seat spacing requirements of FMVSS 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the mounting bolts could fail to retain the seat, allowing the passenger to be thrown forward, possibly resulting in personal injuries.
Fix: U.s. Bus will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on december 14, 2009. Owners can 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 05V-489: Equipment
Problem: Certain 2004 and 2005 universe school buses built on ford dual-rear-wheel chassis. Due to a clerical error, the certification label has a higher rear gawr and gvwr than currently available from the chassis manufacturer which fails to comply with 49 c.f.r. Part 567.5, requirements for manufacturers of vehicles manufactured in two or more stages.
Risk: The buses may become overloaded.
Fix: Us bus has notified the customer of the buses and has provided correct certification labels. The recall began september 2, 2005. Us bus may be contacted at 765-939-3984.
Recall 05V-255: Seats
Problem: Certain 2004 and 2005 my sturdibus and universe school buses. These buses were manufactured with improper/missing welds on the 30" wide barrier support 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 frontal crash, the barrier may fail to properly restrain the front seated passenger, possiby resulting in serious injury.
Fix: Us bus will notify its customers and will visually inspect each suspect barrier for missing welds and repair the barriers as necessary free of charge. The recall began on july 14, 2006. Owners may contact us bus at 845-357-2510.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 US Bus Universe have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2004 US Bus Universe: 07V-155 (seats), 06V-416 (equipment), 05V-489 (equipment), 05V-255 (seats). 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.