Wells Aluminum Corp. | NHTSA Recall #94E011000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 94E011000 by Wells Aluminum Corp.. Includes 15,000 affected units, VISUAL SYSTEMS, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The emergency pushout window assembly contains a latch that can disengage when subject to the retention force specified by fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release."

Corrective Action

Modified assemblies will be shipped to each vehicle manufacturer to replace the defective window assemblies.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 94E011000

Manufacturer: Wells Aluminum Corp.

Report Received Date: 1994-03-26T00:00:00

Subject: Visual systems

Component: Visibility

Potentially Affected Units: 15,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: The emergency pushout window assembly contains a latch that can disengage when subject to the retention force specified by fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release."

Consequence Summary: Low retention can cause the window to open withoutwarning, creating a hazardous condition for both passengers and pedestrians.

Corrective Action: Modified assemblies will be shipped to each vehicle manufacturer to replace the defective window assemblies.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-dj8g~2gr4.5sfw

NHTSA ID: 94E011000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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