Does the 1996 Ward Volunteer have any recalls?

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seats, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1996 Ward Volunteer recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Ward dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1996 Ward Volunteer?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1996 Ward Volunteer recalls

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

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1996 Ward Volunteer. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Ward been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Ward dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1996 Ward Volunteer recalls, newest first

March 23, 1999NHTSA 99V0610007,738 vehicles potentially affected

Seats › Front assembly › Recliner

Summary: Vehicle description: school buses equipped with flip seats at the emergency exits. The seat cushion hinge on the combination flip seat is located in such a manner that it is within easy reach of the passenger sitting in the seat located behind the combo flip seat.
Consequence: The hinges on the combo flip seat can cause a pinching condition, resulting in personal injury.
Remedy: Owners will be notified and sent kits to remedy these seats.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 28, 1998NHTSA 98V2000008,083 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary: Vehicle description: school buses built with code G47AODM outward opening service door and code G47ACDC or G47A5DC manual door control. Certain clothing articles such as draw strings can become lodged between the control rod clevis and the attachment at the door as a person is exiting the bus.
Consequence: If the driver is unaware of this situation, the entrance door may be closed, capturing the item in the door. Death or injury could occur to the person exiting the bus.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a repair kit and installation instructions.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 5, 1997NHTSA 97V0140002,480 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary: Certain clothing articles such as draw strings can become lodged in the forward handrails at the bus doors when a person is exiting the bus.
Consequence: If the driver is unaware of the situation, the entrance door may be closed, capturing the item in the door. Death or injury can occur to the person exiting the bus.
Remedy: Dealers will remove this handrail. Provisions will be made for buses operating in states that mandate a forward mounted handrail to offer the owners a free repair kit containing a rubber spacer.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 11, 1996NHTSA 96V04700034,900 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary: Passenger's clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
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 being caught. Replace foam pad and install 1" thick rubber spacer between the brace and the wall.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 11, 1996NHTSA 96V0460002,650 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary: Passenger's clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
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 being caught. Identify the handrail application. If handrail extends from barrier to step well, no modifications are needed. If handrail extends from barrier to inside wall, kit must be ordered and new handrail installed when received.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1996 Ward Volunteer were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Ward Volunteer years

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1996 Dodge Ram (14 recalls)
1996 Plymouth Voyager (13 recalls)
1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (13 recalls)

All of 1996’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1996 Ward Volunteer have any recalls?: 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seats, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1996 Ward Volunteer recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Ward dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1996 Ward Volunteer?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.