Investigation PE96012: Vehicles

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Feb 12, 1996

Closed

Jun 28, 1996

Model years

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Subject

Trash truck packer failure

Component: Equipment

Summary

An amrep trash hauler had an internal failure resulting in the trash compacting hydraulic cyclinders extending through the side of the vehicle hitting a school bus, causing fatal injuries to occupants of the bus.

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.