Recall 17V666000: 2011–2017 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Oct 19, 2017
Vehicles affected
266
Models
1
Initiated by
OVSC

The problem

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 risk

The incorrectly positioned seat belt assembly may increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2011 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel
  • 2012 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel
  • 2013 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel
  • 2014 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel
  • 2015 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel
  • 2016 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel
  • 2017 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel

Details

NHTSA campaign
17V666000
Manufacturer
Van-Con, Inc.
Owner letters
Dec 19, 2017
Components
Seat belts:front:buckle assembly (Seats & Seat Belts); Seat belts: rear/other:buckle assembly (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