Vehicle recall 90V111000 · June 6, 1990

ABC Acron Magnum, Alizee and 2 more models

The emergency exit window release mechanism may require manual release force that exceeds the maximum allowable force of 20 lbs.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: The emergency exit window release mechanism may require manual release force that exceeds the maximum allowable force of 20 lbs.
Consequence: Windows would be difficult to open in an emergency andwould not comply with FMVSS 217.
Remedy: Remove lead seals on levers of emergency windows and increase play between internal and external frame.
Notes: System: emergency exit window; FMVSS 217.VEHICLE description: buses.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 90V111000
Reported to NHTSA: June 6, 1990
Filed by: ABC BUS COMPANIES, INC.
Owner notification: October 22, 1990
Vehicles potentially affected: 255
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Components: Visibility › Glass, side/rear

Recall 90V111000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

ABC Acron Magnum (1986-1990): 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986
ABC Alicon (1989-1990): 1990, 1989
ABC Alizee (1986-1989): 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986
ABC AU138 (1988): 1988

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