NHTSA Recall 01V057000: Labels (equipment)
AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 554 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Amtran Fe.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V057000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | February 23, 2001 |
| Owner notification | March 16, 2001 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Vehicle description: school and transit buses. Some certification labels displayed the incorrect tire pressure for the tire specified to meet the gross axle weight rating for the front and/or rear axles. This does not meet the certain requirements of FMVSS no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars," and 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Safety risk
Under or over-inflated tires can cause or contribute to premature tire failure, possibly resulting in a sudden blowout or other failure which could result in a loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
New certification labels are being provided to owners. Owner notification began march 16, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free certification label within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 1-800-993-7686.
Notes
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 01V057000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Amtran Fe | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 |
| Amtran Re | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 |
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.