Recall 96V-042: 1990–1995 Carpenter Cadet, 1990–1995 Carpenter Classic and 1 more
CARPENTER INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Mar 5, 1996, covering about 20,950 vehicles.
The problem
Passengers' clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
The risk
When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in the handrail, and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, and the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result inserious injury or death.
The fix
Insert a block between the lower handrail mount and the bus sidewall to stop the clothing from being caught.
Notes
System: equipment: handrails at bus entry ways.vehicle description: school buses. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact carpenter at 1-317-966-8339. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CARPENTER INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 96V042000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Carpenter Cadet | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 | All years |
| Carpenter Classic | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 | All years |
| Carpenter Classmate | 1990, 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 96V-042?
Passengers' clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
How is recall 96V-042 fixed?
Insert a block between the lower handrail mount and the bus sidewall to stop the clothing from being caught.
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.