Amtran Ce 2004

Model Ce made in 2004 by Amtran got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment adaptive, service brakes, hydraulic and structure.

Model 2004

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
04E058000SURE-LOK, INC.from 03/03/2003 to 03/17/2004E (Equipment)30000008/16/2004MFRIC CORPORATION08/06/200408/13/2004
Defect SummaryCertain sure-lok wheelchair tie-down securement assemblies p/n 8625-13 for use on certain school and transit buses. the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly may be out of alignment causing the load pawl not to fully seat in the sprocket teeth.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to the seat occupant and/or other passengers.
Corrective SummarySure-lok will notify its customers and replace the defective part free of charge. the recall began august 16, 2004. 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 sure-lok customer service at 866-787-3565.
NotesAlso, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
03V326000IC CORPORATIONfrom 03/12/2003 to 05/22/2003V (Vehicle)7510/29/2003MFRIC CORPORATION08/28/200309/04/2003
Defect SummaryCertain flat floor school buses were built with the incorrect hydraulic brake drop hoses from frame to axle. the hoses installed were 3 inches shorter than specified and may fail from tension caused by axle articulation.
Consequence SummaryThis hose failure will result in the loss of rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the hoses and bleed the brake system. owner notification began on october 9, 2003. owners should contact ic at 1-800-843-5615.
NotesIc recall no. 03304.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
STRUCTURE - BODY
03V354000IC CORPORATIONfrom 03/03/2003 to 08/28/2003V (Vehicle)6674902/03/2005OVSCIC CORPORATION09/23/200301/15/2004571221
Defect SummaryCe model school buses which fail to comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, school bus body joint strength. the roof top sheet may be improperly located, reducing the material edge distance at the rivet line.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a vehicle crash, the joint strenght could fail possibily resulting in injuries to the vehicle occupants.
Corrective SummaryIc will notify its customers and will provide inspection and repair instruction. the recall began on january 25, 2005. 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 ic customer service at (we do not yet have a telephone number for this campaign.)
NotesIc recall no. 03305.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration