Recall 99V-146: 1998–1999 Amtran RE
AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jun 14, 1999, covering about 1,591 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: school buses. Some rear emergency exit windows do not meet the vertical opening requirements as specified by FMVSS no. 217, "bus window retention and release."
The risk
In the event of a crash, personal injury could occur.
The fix
Owners will be provided with instructions on how to identify the defect and repair procedures. If the owner prefers, an amtran dealer can perform the remedy for them.
Notes
Owner notification began january 6, 2000. 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 amtran at 1-800-993-7686. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Windshield |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V146000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Amtran RE | 1998, 1999 | 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 99V-146?
Vehicle description: school buses. Some rear emergency exit windows do not meet the vertical opening requirements as specified by FMVSS no. 217, "bus window retention and release."
How is recall 99V-146 fixed?
Owners will be provided with instructions on how to identify the defect and repair procedures. If the owner prefers, an amtran dealer can perform the remedy for them.
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.