NHTSA Recall 07V211000: Body (structure)
MID BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,403 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mid Bus Guide.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V211000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | May 17, 2007 |
| Owner notification | June 13, 2007 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Certain mid bus guide and guide xl school buses manufactured between november 3, 2003, and march 30, 2007. The 39" and 45" left hand barriers fail to conform to the energy absorption requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Safety risk
The purpose of this standard is to reduce the number of deaths and the severity of injuries that result from the impact of school bus occupants against structures within the vehicle during crashes and sudden maneuvers.
Remedy
Mid bus will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on june 13, 2007. Owners may contact mid bus customer service at 1-877-358-6055.
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 07V211000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mid Bus Guide | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Mid Bus Guide XL | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
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.