NHTSA Recall 00V208000: Labels (equipment)
AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 327 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Amtran Fe.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V208000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00302 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | August 2, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 15, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: school buses. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS 565, "vehicle identification number requirements." the vehicles have the wrong model year code in the vehicle identification number (VIN).
Safety risk
These errors will affect the registration of the vehicle.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with corrected certification labels.
Notes
Owner notification began september 15, 2000. Owners who do not receive the free label within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 1-800-993-7686. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V208000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.