Recall 00V-015: 1991–1995 Carpenter Cadet, 1991–1995 Carpenter Classic and 1 more
CARPENTER INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jan 22, 2000, covering about 3,633 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: school bus with side emergency doors. The body side posts for the emergency door can crack.
The risk
The emergency door may not latch properly, increasing the risk of personal injury to an occupant.
The fix
Carpenter has gone out of business. Owners were to be provided with free parts, repair instructions, and reimbursed for the labor involved.
Notes
Owner notification began march 1, 2000. Owners who do not receive the free repair parts within a reasonable time should contactcarpenter at1-765-965-4000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CARPENTER INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Frame and Members |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V015000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Carpenter Cadet | 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 | All years |
| Carpenter Classic | 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 | All years |
| Carpenter Counselor | 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-015?
Vehicle description: school bus with side emergency doors. The body side posts for the emergency door can crack.
How is recall 00V-015 fixed?
Carpenter has gone out of business. Owners were to be provided with free parts, repair instructions, and reimbursed for the labor involved.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.