Recall 77V-046: 1975–1976 Flyer Industries E800

FLYER INDUSTRY VEH. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Apr 5, 1977, covering about 343 vehicles.

NHTSA number
77V-046
Report date
Apr 5, 1977
Vehicles affected
343
Owners notified
Sep 30, 1977

The problem

The emergency exit release mechanisms on the windows may require excessive force to operate. This does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus window retention and release".

The fix

Dealer will replace parts and make adjustments to reduce effort required to operate emergency exit mechanisms.

Notes

Vehicle description: buses.system: visual; emergency exit release.consequences of defect: in the event of an emergency, passenger evacuation maybe hindered by difficulty in operating emergency release mechanisms, andserious injuries could result.

Recall details

ManufacturerFLYER INDUSTRY VEH.
ComponentEquipment › Other › Labels
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number77V046000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Flyer Industries E8001975, 1976All 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 77V-046?

The emergency exit release mechanisms on the windows may require excessive force to operate. This does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus window retention and release".

How is recall 77V-046 fixed?

Dealer will replace parts and make adjustments to reduce effort required to operate emergency exit mechanisms.

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.