Recall 96V-067: 1995 Startrans Bus Candidate, 1995 Startrans Bus Senator

SUPREME CORP. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Apr 19, 1996, covering about 324 vehicles.

NHTSA number
96V-067
Report date
Apr 19, 1996
Vehicles affected
324
Owners notified
Jan 23, 1996

The problem

The rear bumper bracket welds can crack.

The risk

This cracking could cause a bumper to detach from the chassis increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

The fix

New brackets made out of 10 gauge material with gussets will be used to replace the defective brackets.

Notes

System: structure: bumper assembly. Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with romeo rim bumpers (Black rubber bumpers). Note: if you have not received the new brackets free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact supreme at 1-800-642-4889, ext. 303. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerSUPREME CORP.
ComponentStructure › Body › Bumpers
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number96V067000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Startrans Bus Candidate1995All years
Startrans Bus Senator1995All 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-067?

The rear bumper bracket welds can crack.

How is recall 96V-067 fixed?

New brackets made out of 10 gauge material with gussets will be used to replace the defective brackets.

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.