NHTSA Recall 05V489000: Labels (equipment)
U.S. BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30 vehicles. It affects 2004–2005 US Bus Universe.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V489000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | October 19, 2005 |
| Owner notification | September 2, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain 2004 and 2005 universe school buses built on ford dual-rear-wheel chassis. Due to a clerical error, the certification label has a higher rear gawr and gvwr than currently available from the chassis manufacturer which fails to comply with 49 c.f.r. Part 567.5, requirements for manufacturers of vehicles manufactured in two or more stages.
Safety risk
The buses may become overloaded.
Remedy
Us bus has notified the customer of the buses and has provided correct certification labels. The recall began september 2, 2005. Us bus may be contacted at 765-939-3984.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty:1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V489000
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.