Recall 83V-080: 1977–1981 United School Bus

UNITED BUS CORPORATION recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Aug 4, 1983, covering about 148 vehicles.

NHTSA number
83V-080
Report date
Aug 4, 1983
Vehicles affected
148
Owners notified
Jul 29, 1983

The problem

Seat frames do not provide adequate protection in the event of an accident. This constitutes a non compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus seating and crash protection".

The fix

The seat frames will be replaced with higher quality steel seat frames on all involved vehicles.

Notes

Vehicle description: school buses.system: interior; seat frame.consequences of defect: the impact from an accident could force the seat backframe forward, causing possible serious injury to occupants of those seats.

Recall details

ManufacturerUNITED BUS CORPORATION
ComponentSeats
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number83V080000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
United School Bus1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981All 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 83V-080?

Seat frames do not provide adequate protection in the event of an accident. This constitutes a non compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus seating and crash protection".

How is recall 83V-080 fixed?

The seat frames will be replaced with higher quality steel seat frames on all involved vehicles.

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.