Recall 10V292000: 2011 Thomas Built Buses HDX
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 29, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 2
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Buswest is recalling certain model year 2011 hdx school buses built on thomas built chassis from october 6, 2009 through january 25, 2010 equipped with seats manufactured by immi. The seat cushion locking mechanisms were misaligned during vehicle assembly. This error renders the school buses noncompliant with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
The risk
In the event of a crash, the seat cushion could detach from the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the bus occupants.
The fix
Buswest will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during july 2010. Owners may contact buswest at 1-310-984-3900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V292000
- Manufacturer
- BUSWEST, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jun 30, 2010
- Components
- Seats (Seats & Seat Belts)
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