NHTSA investigationPE97030
Investigation PE97030: 1996 Carpenter School BUS
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Jun 18, 1997
- Closed
- Sep 30, 1997
- Model years
- 1996
Subject
Missing side-window stops
Component: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
Summary
Alleged the upper portion of the side windows on the subject buses can slide down at a relatively high speed when the latches are released.
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.
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