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NHTSARecalled Apr 7, 2023 · #23V254000

Improperly Secured Ceiling Panels/FMVSS 221

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Starcraft Prodigy school buses. The interior panels on the ceiling may be improperly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School bus body joint strength." Improperly secured ceiling panels may not adequately protect the passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Product details

Product
Improperly Secured Ceiling Panels/FMVSS 221
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Forest River Bus, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect the panels and apply adhesive, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Forest River Bus Customer Service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River Bus number for this recall is 05-1621.

View the official CPSC notice