Recall 79V-083: 1977 Superior Contential, 1977 Superior Pacemaker and 1 more
SHELLER-GLOBE CORPORATION recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Apr 4, 1979, covering about 2,652 vehicles.
The problem
The "clamshell" seat construction fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus seating and crash protection". The seats are not soft enough to provide the required surface contact.
The fix
Additional material will be added to the head area of the seats to increase the degree of surface contact.
Notes
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with "clamshell" seat construction.system: interior; seat construction.consequences of defect: in the event of an accident, the design of the seats,in combination with the force of the impact, could result in personal injury tovehicle passengers.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | SHELLER-GLOBE CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 79V083000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Superior Contential | 1977 | All years |
| Superior Pacemaker | 1977 | All years |
| Superior Van | 1977 | 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 79V-083?
The "clamshell" seat construction fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus seating and crash protection". The seats are not soft enough to provide the required surface contact.
How is recall 79V-083 fixed?
Additional material will be added to the head area of the seats to increase the degree of surface contact.
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.