1999 Amtran Genesis
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1999 Amtran Genesis. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 1999 Amtran Genesis. Newest first.
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with flip seats at the emergency exits. the seat cushion hinge on the combination flip seat IS located in such a manner that it IS within easy reach of the passenger sitting in the seat located behind the combo flip seat.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The hinges on the combo flip seat can cause a pinching condition, resulting in personal injury.
Remedy
Owners will be notified and sent kits to remedy these seats.
Transit and school buses. some rear brake assemblies were built using incorrect mounting hardware. improper torque of the fastener or fasteners that retain the brakes to the rear axle could allow brake groups to separation from the rear axle.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Separation of the rear axle could cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers/owners will inspect the mounting hardware and replace the lock nuts if necessary.
Vehicle description: transit and school buses built with the rear axle five-spoke cast style wheel assemblies, codes 28a002, 28a003, 28a006, and 28a007. these assemblies have mis-matched wheel spacer and clamps, which could cause high stress on the wheel studs.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can result in potential wheel stud failures, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions.
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