Brakes:hydraulic system
Defect Summary
The school buses exceed the chassis manufacturer's gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) by 650 lbs. And fail to comply with fmvss 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
Safety Consequence
The school buses do not meet the stopping distancerequirements specified by fmvss 105 if the school bus has a gross vehicle weightgreater than the maximum gvwr specified by the chassis manufacturer. A fullyloaded bus could have an accident due to the increase in stopping distance.
Corrective Action
Remove the required number of passenger seats so that the capacity of the vehicle is reduced to 10,000 lbs. Or less.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Carpenter Industries, Inc. or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 92V060000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 92V060000?
NHTSA recall 92V060000 was issued by Carpenter Industries, Inc. on April 23, 1992. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic system. The recall affects approximately 16 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Carpenter Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 92V060000 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.