Lippert equipment recall: Illegible DOT Marking on Window/FMVSS 205

What's recalled

Lippert is recalling certain bus windows. Please see the recall report for the full list of affected part numbers. The windows may have illegible DOT markings. As such these windows fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."

The risk

A missing DOT code mark may result in the window being replaced with an incorrect type of glass, increasing the risk of a injury.

Who's affected

8,630 items potentially affected, according to NHTSA.

Compared with

Lippert has 5 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 3 in all of 2025.

Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.

Before this

21 earlier NHTSA recalls by Lippert since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:

• Jan. 13, 2026 Lippert equipment recall: Ramp Door May Break During Use
• Dec. 11, 2025 Lippert equipment recall: Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock (agency record)
• Nov. 21, 2025 Lippert equipment recall: Hydraulic Pump Bracket May Fracture (agency record)
• Sept. 24, 2025 Lippert equipment recall: Paddle Latch May Unintentionally Lock Liquid Propane Compartment (agency record)
• Nov. 20, 2024 Lippert equipment recall: Towed Vehicle May Detach From Pin Box (agency record)

Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.

What to do and when

Dealers will inspect the window and repair the window markings as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514.

NHTSA's record, word for word

Check it yourself

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The record as NHTSA published it

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record