1979 Navistar School Bus Chassis
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1979 Navistar School Bus Chassis. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1979 Navistar School Bus Chassis. Newest first.
The school bus chassis failed the fmvss 301 crash barrier test when a return fuel hose was severed, resulting in a fuel loss greater than the amount allowed by the standard.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The school bus chassis does not meet the requirements offmvss 301. Also, spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to a sourceof ignition.
Remedy
Lengthen and reroute the fuel return hose.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10041405Navistar: steering goes into a shimmy after hitting a bump. Updated 3/20/12.
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