1996 Amtran RE Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 1996 Amtran RE has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (3 reports).

6Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1996 Amtran RE recalls

Structure:Body

Recall 03V354Sep 23, 200366,749 vehicles affected

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Fan/Motor

Recall 01V241Nov 20, 200111,944 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 01V057Feb 23, 2001554 vehicles affected

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Recall 99V061Mar 23, 19997,738 vehicles affected

Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments

Recall 98V301Dec 1, 199837,656 vehicles affected

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections

Recall 97V048Mar 27, 19971,473 vehicles affected

Most common 1996 Amtran RE problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure3

What owners report

1997-05-27, Structure
'J' HOOKS THAT HOLD THE BODY TO THE FRAME WERE MISSING, CAUSING BODY TO SHIFT ON THE FRAME. (1ST VEHICLE ON 509555)
1997-05-27, Structure
"J" HOOKS THAT HOLD THE BODY TO THE FRAME WERE MISSING. (2ND VEHICLE ON 509556)

1996 Amtran RE questions

Does the 1996 Amtran RE have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 1996 Amtran RE: Structure:Body; Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Fan/Motor; Equipment:Other:Labels; Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner; Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Amtran RE?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Amtran RE has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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