NHTSA investigationEA98020
Investigation EA98020: 1996–1997 Carpenter School BUS
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Aug 31, 1998
- Closed
- Dec 3, 1998
- Model years
- 1996–1997
Subject
Inadequate welding quality control seats
Component: Seats
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1997 Carpenter School BUS12 complaints
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