NHTSA Recall 03V242000: Hinge and attachments (structure)
MID BUS INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,750 vehicles. It affects 2001–2003 Mid Bus Guide.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V242000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS |
| Report received | July 2, 2003 |
| Owner notification | August 27, 2003 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Certain school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217 "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." the rear door latch has insufficient lubrication, requiring more force to open the door than allowed by the standard.
Safety risk
The increased opening load on the latch might present a problem in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
Owners are being advised how to lubricate the emergency door latch or, if they prefer, a dealer can perform the remedy for them. Owner notification began august 27, 2003. Owners should contact mid bus at 1-877-358-6055.
Notes
Customers can 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 03V242000
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.