NHTSA Recall 06V416000: Labels (equipment)
U.S. BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,019 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the US Bus Sturdibus.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V416000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | October 31, 2006 |
| Owner notification | June 30, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain 1998 through 2006 universe and sturdibus school buses manufactured between january 1998 and october 23, 2006. The label explaining crossview mirror use is not visible to the seated driver which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 111, rearview mirrors.
Safety risk
The purpose of this standard is to reduce deaths and injuries that occur when the driver of the vehicle does not have a clear view to the rear.
Remedy
U.s. Bus will notify owners and mail a replacement label along with placement instructions free of charge. The recall began on june 30, 2007. Owners can contact u.s. Bus at 765-939-3984.
Notes
U.s. Bus had petitioned the agency for inconsequentiality and the petition was denied by the agency (4/24/07).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 06V416000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| US Bus Sturdibus | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| US Bus Universe | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
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.