Supreme corporation/incorrect label exit door
Defect Summary
Certain transit buses fail to comply to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, 'bus emergency exits and window retention and release.' the wrong label was placed at the passenger entrance/exit and was not specifically indicating where the emergency door release mechanism was located.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, a passenger may not know immediately where the emergency door release would be located, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will furnish the correct label and will be placed at a noticeable location. the manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. owners should contact startrans at 574-642-4730.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Supreme Corporation or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 04V556000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V556000?
NHTSA recall 04V556000 was issued by Supreme Corporation on November 22, 2004. It addresses: Supreme corporation/incorrect label exit door. The recall affects approximately 125 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Supreme Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V556000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.