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NHTSARecalled Oct 19, 2017 · #17V666000

Incorrect Seat Belt Buckle Position/FMVSS 222

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Van-Con, Inc. (Van-Con) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Dual Rear-Wheel school buses, model 33803, built on Chevrolet 3500 chassis. The seat belt buckle latch plate assembly, when buckled, may rest across the seated passenger's lap instead of being located to the side of the passenger. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection." The incorrectly positioned seat belt assembly may increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.

Product details

Product
Incorrect Seat Belt Buckle Position/FMVSS 222
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Van-Con, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Van-Con will notify owners and will replace the buckle end of the seat belt with a shorter length buckle end, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2017. Owners may contact Van-Con customer service at 1-732-356-8484.

View the official CPSC notice