Amtran/part 565/vin
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school buses. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss 565, "vehicle identification number requirements." the vehicles have the wrong model year code in the vehicle identification number (vin).
Safety Consequence
These errors will affect the registration of the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with corrected certification labels.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ic Corporation or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 00V208000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V208000?
NHTSA recall 00V208000 was issued by Ic Corporation on August 2, 2000. It addresses: Amtran/part 565/vin. The recall affects approximately 327 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ic Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V208000 or the manufacturer campaign number 00302. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.