1997 Carpenter Cadet Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2000 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Cadet years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 1997 Carpenter Cadet so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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1997 Carpenter Cadet recalls (2)

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SeatsAug 3, 2000 · NHTSA campaign 00V207000 · 3,205 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: school buses. Additional reinforcement bars were installed while performing a previous seat recall (98v-238). These bars were installed into the protection zone on the back of the seats.

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly protected and personal injury could occur.

Fix: Carpenter has gone out of business. Dealers were to remove the additional steel reinforcement.

SeatsSep 28, 1998 · NHTSA campaign 98V238000 · 3,255 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: school buses. The back panel of the passenger seats was not adequately welded.

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly protected and personal injury could occur.

Fix: Carpenter will provide owners with detailed inspection instructions and provide them with the necessary parts to repair these seats.

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Other Carpenter Cadet years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
199702
1996 Cadet03
1995 Cadet03

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Carpenter Cadet?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Carpenter Cadet?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 1997 Carpenter Cadet a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cadet model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.