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NHTSA Recall 03V042000: Exterior lighting

U.S. BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the US Bus Sbc 2476.

3
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2003
owners notified (February 6)
NHTSA campaign03V042000
ComponentEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Report receivedFebruary 10, 2003
Owner notificationFebruary 6, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain school bus warning lamps. A static electricity discharge can occur during normal services or handling. This discharge can potentially initiate a chemical reaction of materials within the lamp which could cause the lens to fracture.

Safety risk

If the lens fractures, it can cause injuries to persons directly in front of it.

Remedy

U.s. Bus has forwarded warning lamps to customers as of february 6, 2003. Owners should contact u.s. Bus at 765-939-39084 if they have any questions.

Notes

Also, customers can 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 03V042000

Make and modelModel years
US Bus Sbc 24762002
US Bus Sbc 24772002
US Bus Sbc 24782002

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.