NHTSA recall 89V148000
Structure › Body › Door
Classic Transit Bus
Reported Sep 8, 1989333 vehicles affectedMETROTRANS CORPORATIONBuilt Nov 1, 1986 – Mar 1, 1989
The defect
Rear emergency exit release mechanism exceeds maximum force requirement; there are no operating instructions for rear door; and side (driver's) door IS not labeled as an emergency exit.
The risk
Buses would not comply with fmvss 217.
The remedy
Increase striker bolt holes in door; install labels for rear door and driver's door.