How many recalls does the 1988 Flxible 870 have?

The 1988 Flxible 870 has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 1988 Flxible 870 has an open recall?

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1988 Flxible 870 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 1988 Flxible 870 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 5,167 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

STRUCTURE 89V040000 1989-03-22 4,758 affected

Defect

THE ENTRANCE DOOR EMERGENCY RELEASE MECHANISM MAY EXCEED THE 20 LB. FORCE ALLOWED BY FMVSS 217.

Consequence

BUSES WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH STANDARD.

Remedy

REPAIR RELEASE CABLE MECHANISM TO COMPLY WITH STANDARD.

STRUCTURE 88V130000 1988-08-01 409 affected

Defect

AIR OPEN/SPRING CLOSED TYPE EXIT DOOR MAY BE INCORRECTLY WIRED.

Consequence

DRIVER CAN DRIVE OFF WITH EXIT DOOR NOT CLOSED AND LOCKEDWHICH COULD RESULT IN A PASSENGER FALLING OUT OF THE EXIT DOOR WHILE THE BUS ISMOVING.

Remedy

CORRECT DOOR WIRING AND READJUST DOORS.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 1988 Flxible 870 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.