Startrans Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #11V492000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V492000 by Startrans Bus Corporation. Includes 444 affected units, MISSING DECAL FOR THE REARVIEW MIRRORS, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain model year 2007 through 2011 startrans mfsab school activity buses were produced without the required decal on the rear view mirror which warns the bus operator to use the cross view mirrors while the bus is stopped and not to use the cross view mirrors while the bus is moving. accordingly, the buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 111, "rearview mirrors."

Corrective Action

Startrans will mail the required decal along with detailed instructions on where to place the decal. the safety recall began on november 10, 2011. owners may contact startrans at 1- 877-258-1391.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V492000

Manufacturer: Startrans Bus Corporation

Report Received Date: 2011-10-03T00:00:00

Subject: Missing decal for the rearview mirrors

Component: Visibility

Potentially Affected Units: 444

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 000314

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain model year 2007 through 2011 startrans mfsab school activity buses were produced without the required decal on the rear view mirror which warns the bus operator to use the cross view mirrors while the bus is stopped and not to use the cross view mirrors while the bus is moving. accordingly, the buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 111, "rearview mirrors."

Consequence Summary: Images in cross view mirrors do not accurately show another vehicle's location, improper use of mirrors may reduce the clear and reasonably unobstructed view to the rear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Startrans will mail the required decal along with detailed instructions on where to place the decal. the safety recall began on november 10, 2011. owners may contact startrans at 1- 877-258-1391.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-kx6i~q6dh_v4x4

NHTSA ID: 11V492000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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