Amtran/fmvss 301/crossmember
Defect Summary
Certain school buses equipped with an optional between-the-frame mounted fuel tanks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 301, "fuel system integrity." these buses were built with the wrong crossmember. the crossmember installed was not of the same strength that was used in the certification of the fuel system to fmvss no. 301.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the crossmember during a crash could reduce the effectiveness of the integrity of the fuel system allowing leakage that exceeds regulation requirements. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new crossmember. owner notification began july 29, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 1-800-843-5615.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ic Corporation or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 02V173000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V173000?
NHTSA recall 02V173000 was issued by Ic Corporation on July 12, 2002. It addresses: Amtran/fmvss 301/crossmember. The recall affects approximately 123 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ic Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V173000 or the manufacturer campaign number 02-301. 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.