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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19E042000

Prolo Roof Hatch — Structure: emergency: escape/egress/exit

Published June 21, 2019 · Recall initiated: June 21, 2019

Summary

NHTSA records recall 19E042000, published June 21, 2019. Recalling firm: Safe Fleet; Prolo Roof Hatch — Structure: emergency: escape/egress/exit.

What's the hazard

Specialty Manufacturing Co. (Specialty) is recalling certain Prolo 24"x 24" roof hatches. Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof hatch external handle may unexpectedly break under reasonable use. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."

What to do

Specialty will provide vehicle manufacturers with replacement hatch handles, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Specialty customer service at 1-800-951-7867.

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Recall details

Brand
PROLO
Model
ROOF HATCH
Manufacturer
Safe Fleet
Lot
PROLO ROOF HATCH
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Prolo Roof Hatch — Structure: emergency: escape/egress/exit recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 19E042000 on June 21, 2019. Reported hazard: Specialty Manufacturing Co. (Specialty) is recalling certain Prolo 24"x 24" roof hatches. Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof hatch external handle may unexpectedly break under reasonable use. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."

What should I do if I have this product?

Specialty will provide vehicle manufacturers with replacement hatch handles, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Specialty customer service at 1-800-951-7867.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: PROLO. Model: ROOF HATCH.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)