Recall 97V-157: 1996–1997 Mccoy Miller Ambulance

The problem

Vehicle description: ambulances equipped with technician's seats in the patient compartment mounted on wooden bases. The wooden seat bases and the associated seat belts are not properly anchored to meet the requirements of FMVSS nos. 207, "seating systems," and 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

The risk

In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant of this seat may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will restructure the attachment of the seat base to the floor and to the front bulkhead.

Notes

Owner notification began september 19, 1997. Owners who take their ambulances to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mccoy miller at 1-219-264-7511.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

Vehicles in this recall

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 97V-157?

Vehicle description: ambulances equipped with technician's seats in the patient compartment mounted on wooden bases. The wooden seat bases and the associated seat belts are not properly anchored to meet the requirements of FMVSS nos. 207, "seating systems," and 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

How is recall 97V-157 fixed?

Dealers will restructure the attachment of the seat base to the floor and to the front bulkhead.

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.