Recall 96V062000: Coach and equipment mfg corp

Report received

Apr 22, 1996

Manufacturer

Coach and equipment mfg corp

Potentially affected

2,659vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Passenger's clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.

Possible consequence

When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in the handrail, and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result inserious injury or death.

Remedy

Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.