Flxible Corporation | NHTSA Recall #85V137000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 85V137000 by Flxible Corporation. Includes 866 affected units, EQUIPMENT:CERTIFICATION LABEL, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Certification labels contain errors in the vin code. On some 1984 and 1985 buses the check digit contains a "dash (-)" rather than the required number (8). Also on some 1984 buses the code for the year of manufacturer is incorrect. The tenth digit contains a "d" (1984) instead of an "e" (1985). consequence of defect: buses are not in compliance with fmvss 115.
Corrective Action
Install a new certification label with the correct vin code where the check digit is incorrect. Also notify the owners concerning the year of manufacturer error.