Carpenter Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #96V162001
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 96V162001 by Carpenter Industries, Inc.. Includes 28 affected units, CARPENTER/FMVSS 301 - FUEL TANK, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school buses built on gm p3 cutaway chassis. the school bus, when tested in accordance with fmvss no. 301, exceeded the allowable fuel spillage as specified by the standard. the fuel tank was punctured as a result of the impact of the moving barrier.
Corrective Action
General motors is working in conjunction with carpenter in providing the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. dealers will install new shielding for the fuel tank, new fill pipe and vent hoses, and if required, add additional attachments to secure the school bus body to the chassis.