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Vehicle recall 96V134000 · July 16, 1996

Amtran RS3302, RS3505 and 2 more models

The rear window buzzer does not comply with FMVSS no. 217, "bus window retention and release." the buzzer switch does not activate and/or the window is not closed when the latch…

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

Summary
The rear window buzzer does not comply with FMVSS no. 217, "bus window retention and release." the buzzer switch does not activate and/or the window is not closed when the latch is not in the closed and locked position.
Consequence
Consequence of non-compliance: the driver will not be alerted that the rear window is unlatched until the window is physically opened increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear window buzzer switch.
Notes
System: visual; glass; FMVSS no. 217. Vehicle description: school buses.: owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin July 15, 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 1-800-843-5615. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
96V134000
Reported to NHTSA
July 16, 1996
Filed by
AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP.
Owner notification
August 1, 1996
Vehicles potentially affected
488
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Visibility › Glass, side/rear
Recall 96V134000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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