Recall 24V696000: 2018–2021 Trans Tech CST, 2018–2021 Trans Tech Cstflr, 2018–2021 Trans Tech SST +1 more

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date: Sep 18, 2024
Vehicles affected: 544
Models: 4
Initiated by: Manufacturer

The problem

Trans Tech Bus (Trans Tech) is recalling certain 2018-2021 SST, CST, SSTFLR and CSTFLR school buses. In the event of a rollover, the emergency exit windows may not open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 220, "School Bus Rollover Protection."

The risk

An emergency exit window that does not open can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and repair the emergency exit windows as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2024. Owners may contact Trans Tech customer service at 1-845-988-2333.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

2018 Trans Tech CST
2019 Trans Tech CST
2020 Trans Tech CST
2021 Trans Tech CST
2018 Trans Tech Cstflr
2019 Trans Tech Cstflr
2020 Trans Tech Cstflr
2021 Trans Tech Cstflr
2018 Trans Tech SST
2019 Trans Tech SST
2020 Trans Tech SST
2021 Trans Tech SST
2018 Trans Tech Sstflr
2019 Trans Tech Sstflr
2020 Trans Tech Sstflr
2021 Trans Tech Sstflr

Details

NHTSA campaign: 24V696000
Manufacturer: Trans Tech Bus
Owner letters: Sep 25, 2024
Components: Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit (Body & Structure)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology