U.s. Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #05V336000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V336000 by U.s. Bus Corporation. Includes 40 affected units, STOP ARM MALFUNCTIONS, component: OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain 2001 through 2004 us bus school buses. in extremely cold weather, the microswitches used internally to position the sign in the open and closed positions may malfunction, causing the sign to open or close in an improper position, or to not open at all.

Corrective Action

Us bus will notify its customers and specialty mfg. Will provide free of charge a service kit (part number 005178) with a switch pack that is not sensitive to extreme cold weather and will inspect to ensure the microswitch heater wiring is properly connected free of charge. the recall began on september 12, 2005. owners may contact specialty mfg. At 800-951-7867 or us bus 1-765-939-3984.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V336000

Manufacturer: U.s. Bus Corporation

Report Received Date: 2005-07-26T00:00:00

Subject: Stop arm malfunctions

Component: Other

Potentially Affected Units: 40

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain 2001 through 2004 us bus school buses. in extremely cold weather, the microswitches used internally to position the sign in the open and closed positions may malfunction, causing the sign to open or close in an improper position, or to not open at all.

Consequence Summary: Should the stop arm not perform properly, a child or pedestrian may be endangered by passing vehicles should the motorist not stop at the correct location.

Corrective Action: Us bus will notify its customers and specialty mfg. Will provide free of charge a service kit (part number 005178) with a switch pack that is not sensitive to extreme cold weather and will inspect to ensure the microswitch heater wiring is properly connected free of charge. the recall began on september 12, 2005. owners may contact specialty mfg. At 800-951-7867 or us bus 1-765-939-3984.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 05V336000

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