Bus Industries Of America | NHTSA Recall #93V217000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 93V217000 by Bus Industries Of America. Includes 45 affected units, VISUAL SYSTEMS:MIRRORS, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
The left hand rearview mirror can be adjusted to a position which interferes with the opening of the emergency exit window located adjacent to the driver position. In such cases, the vehicle is in non-compliance with fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release."
Corrective Action
Dealers will fix the left rearview mirror arm in a position to allow a clear path for the emergency window to extend: this will operate independent of the adjustment of the mirror head for driver's vision.
Recall Overview
NHTSA ID: 93V217000
Manufacturer: Bus Industries Of America
Report Received Date: 1993-12-14T00:00:00
Subject: Visual systems:mirrors
Component: Visibility
Potentially Affected Units: 45
Details
MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: The left hand rearview mirror can be adjusted to a position which interferes with the opening of the emergency exit window located adjacent to the driver position. In such cases, the vehicle is in non-compliance with fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release."
Consequence Summary: The passengers may be subjected to increased risk ofinjury if an accident occurrs and the emergency exit cannot not be used.
Corrective Action: Dealers will fix the left rearview mirror arm in a position to allow a clear path for the emergency window to extend: this will operate independent of the adjustment of the mirror head for driver's vision.
Safety Information
Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A
Metadata
SID: row-yfvx.imkh.ga4z
NHTSA ID: 93V217000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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