Vapor Bus International: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Vapor Bus International in 2016. See the detail of the recall below.

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February 25, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Rear Bus Doors May Open While in Motion

Vapor Bus International (Vapor Bus) is recalling certain Electric Transit Operator (ETO) Controller Assemblies, part number 51220550, manufactured March 7, 2013, to December 21, 2015. These assemblies, which control a bus door operator motor and brake, may have a software defect which can cause failure of the rear door guide roller linkage resulting in a bus' rear door opening unexpectedly while the bus is in motion.

NHTSA ID: 16E014000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 4,826

Consequence Summary:

If the rear bus door opens expectedly while the bus is in motion, there is an increased risk of injury for the passengers.

Corrective Action:

Vapor Bus will notify owners, and dealers will update the ETO Controller Assembly software, and replace all of the roller brackets, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2016. Owners may contact Vapor Bus customer service at 1-847-777-6423.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 82.28

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