Equipment:certification label
Defect Summary
Chassis on the involved buses were labeled incorrectly with a gvwr of 10,000 pounds that does not meet the requirements of federal regulation part 567.4(g). This states that the gvwr should not be less than the sum of the unloaded vehicle weight, rated cargo load and 150 pounds times the vehicle seating capacity. The certification label also incorrectly indicates that the vehicle is of multipurpose type.
Corrective Action
Certification labels indicating type of vehicle as a bus with gvwr of 11,000 pounds will be affixed in place of the old ones. Decals will also be affixed in the proper locations to provide exit instructions, and the center rear window will be replaced with a new exit window.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from National Coach Corp. or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 81V077000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 81V077000?
NHTSA recall 81V077000 was issued by National Coach Corp. on June 25, 1981. It addresses: Equipment:certification label. The recall affects approximately 90 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized National Coach Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81V077000 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.