NHTSA recall 03V242000
Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Mid Bus Guide
Reported Jul 2, 20032,750 vehicles affectedMID BUS INCORPORATEDBuilt Feb 27, 2001 – May 31, 2003
The defect
Certain school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217 "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." the rear door latch has insufficient lubrication, requiring more force to open the door than allowed by the standard.
The risk
The increased opening load on the latch might present a problem in the event of an emergency.
The remedy
Owners are being advised how to lubricate the emergency door latch or, if they prefer, a dealer can perform the remedy for them. owner notification began august 27, 2003. owners should contact mid bus at 1-877-358-6055.