Key Takeaway
LED SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM LIGHTS INOPERATIVE by SPECIALTY MANUFACTURING CO. was recalled on June 25, 2009. What to do: EACH VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WILL PROVIDE A REMEDY PLAN AND NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. THE AFFECTED LED LIGHT KITS ON THE STOP ARMS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT...
LED SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM LIGHTS INOPERATIVE
Description
SPECIALTY MANUFACTURING, INC. (SMI) IS RECALLING 18,305 000290 LED LIGHT KITS SOLD SEPARATELY OR CONTAINED IN SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM ASSEMBLIES AND SUB-ASSEMBLIES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 1 THROUGH DECEMBER 18, 2008, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT OR INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON VARIOUS MODEL SCHOOL BUSES. A CHANGE TO THE WIRE USED IN THE LED LIGHT KITS MAY REDUCE THE EFFECTIVE LIFE OF THE LIGHTS USED ON THE SPECIALTY BRAND STOP ARMS. THE LIGHTS MAY STOP FUNCTIONING WITHOUT WARNING.
Injuries / Consequence
SHOULD THE LED LIGHTS STOP FUNCTIONING, VISIBILITY OF A STOPPED BUS WOULD BE DECREASED, POSSIBLY ENDANGERING A CHILD OR PEDESTRIAN TO INJURY BY PASSING VEHICLES.
Remedy
EACH VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WILL PROVIDE A REMEDY PLAN AND NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. THE AFFECTED LED LIGHT KITS ON THE STOP ARMS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SMI WARRANTY SERVICE AT 1-800-951-7867.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesCompany Information
SPECIALTY MANUFACTURING CO.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: EACH VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WILL PROVIDE A REMEDY PLAN AND NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. THE AFFECTED LED LIGHT KITS ON THE STOP ARMS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SMI WAR...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.