Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V209000 Reported August 1, 2002

Eti/suspension welds

Q: What is recall 02V209000?

NHTSA recall 02V209000 was issued by Electric Transit, Inc. on August 1, 2002. It addresses: Eti/suspension welds. The recall affects approximately 57 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Electric Transit, Inc. · N/A · 57 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

02V209000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Electric Transit, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 1, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain electric trolley buses, the vertical weld on lower spring pad on the rear axle can fail.

Safety Consequence

The rear axle and suspension can become weak if all welds fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install "corner spaces" between the saddle bracket and the lower spring pads. owner notification is expected to begin during september 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact eti at 1-410-638-3472.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Electric Transit, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 02V209000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 02V209000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V209000?

NHTSA recall 02V209000 was issued by Electric Transit, Inc. on August 1, 2002. It addresses: Eti/suspension welds. The recall affects approximately 57 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Electric Transit, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V209000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.