Transportation Mfg. Corp. | NHTSA Recall #83V009000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 83V009000 by Transportation Mfg. Corp.. Includes 2,074 affected units, VISUAL SYSTEMS:GLASS:MANUAL WINDOW TRACKS (8/82), component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Because of misaligned latch and lock components, certain side window assemblies may not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard 217, "bus window retention and release". A wear pattern may begin to form on the window hinge which may cause extreme difficulty in operating the retention mechanism.

Corrective Action

The defect may be corrected by inspecting, clamping a tool onto the window assembly striker plate, and setting the proper gap between the window retention mechanism and the striker plate. The specific procedure to correct the problem depends on the manufacturer of the window assembly.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 83V009000
Report Received Date: 1983-01-01T00:00:00
Subject: Visual systems:glass:manual window tracks (8/82)
Component: Visibility
Potentially Affected Units: 2,074

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Because of misaligned latch and lock components, certain side window assemblies may not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard 217, "bus window retention and release". A wear pattern may begin to form on the window hinge which may cause extreme difficulty in operating the retention mechanism.
Consequence Summary: N/A
Corrective Action: The defect may be corrected by inspecting, clamping a tool onto the window assembly striker plate, and setting the proper gap between the window retention mechanism and the striker plate. The specific procedure to correct the problem depends on the manufacturer of the window assembly.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-cjby-h453.tt9s
NHTSA ID: 83V009000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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