Recall 83V043000 — SEATS Defect in 1983-1983 MID BUS SUPERIOR
RECALL This recall affects up to 61 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 83V043000 |
| Manufacturer | MID BUS INCORPORATED |
| Vehicles Affected | 61 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
THE SEAT FRAMES USED WERE NOT MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS. THE TUBING MAY WEAKEN AND BEND IN AN ACCIDENT, IF IMPACTED FROM THE REAR. SEATS FAILED TO MEET THE IMPACT ENERGY REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 222, "SCHOOL BUS PASSENGER SEATING AND CRASH PROTECTION".
Remedy
THE DEALER WILL STRENGTHEN EXISTING FRAMES OR INSTALL NEW SEAT FRAMES AT NO CHARGE.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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