Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V113000 Reported May 7, 1979

Sheller globe/fmvss 222/front safety barriers

Sheller-globe Corporation · N/A · 3,164 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V113000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
3,164
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 7, 1979

Defect Summary

The involved buses fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection". The safety barriers failed to exhibit the proper impact absorbing qualities when tested for compliance.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install two 7 gauge plates mounted at both lower corners on the front of each barrier.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Sheller-globe Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 79V113000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 79V113000

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

What is recall 79V113000?

NHTSA recall 79V113000 was issued by Sheller-globe Corporation on May 7, 1979. It addresses: Sheller globe/fmvss 222/front safety barriers. The recall affects approximately 3,164 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Sheller-globe Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V113000 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.