5
recalls
The Carpenter Classmate has 5 recalls covering 39,742 vehicles as reported; model year 1996 is covered by the most (3).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
5
Most for 1996: 3
Units affected
40K
As reported
Overall stars
-
Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Carpenter Classmate by component
- Structure3 · 33K units
- Seats2 · 6,460 units
Carpenter Classmate recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2000 | Carpenter Cadet, Classic, Classmate, Counselor (1996-1997): SeatsNo. 00V207000 | Crash risk | 3,205 |
| Sep 28, 1998 | Carpenter Cadet, Classic, Classmate, Counselor (1995-1997): SeatsNo. 98V238000 | Crash risk | 3,255 |
| Jun 7, 1996 | Carpenter Cadet, Classic, Classmate, Counselor (1990-1996): StructureNo. 96V097000 | Injury | 3,382 |
| Mar 5, 1996 | Carpenter Cadet, Classic, Classmate (1990-1995): StructureNo. 96V042000 | Injury | 20,950 |
| Apr 14, 1993 | Carpenter Cadet, Classic, Classmate (1990-1992): StructureNo. 93V032003 | Injury | 8,950 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1997 Carpenter Classmate recalled?
Yes: 2 recalls cover the 1997 Carpenter Classmate. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Carpenter Classmate have?
5 recalls cover the Carpenter Classmate, for 39,742 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is structure (3 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.