Ic/fmvss 221/joint strength
Defect Summary
Ce model school buses which fail to comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, school bus body joint strength. the roof top sheet may be improperly located, reducing the material edge distance at the rivet line.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the joint strenght could fail possibily resulting in injuries to the vehicle occupants.
Corrective Action
Ic will notify its customers and will provide inspection and repair instruction. the recall began on january 25, 2005. 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 ic customer service at (we do not yet have a telephone number for this campaign.)
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ic Corporation or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 03V354000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V354000?
NHTSA recall 03V354000 was issued by Ic Corporation on September 23, 2003. It addresses: Ic/fmvss 221/joint strength. The recall affects approximately 66,749 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 03V354000 or the manufacturer campaign number 03305. 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.