Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel (2011) – 17V666000

Defect Description For Recall

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.”

Make Of Vehicle

VAN-CON

Model Of Vehicle

33803 DUAL REAR-WHEEL

Year

2011

Recall Campaign Number

17V666000

Component Description

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Effect Of Defect

The Incorrectly Positioned Seat Belt Assembly May Increase The Risk Of Occupant Injury In The Event Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

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.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Van-Con, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

20111121

End Of Manufacture

20170901

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

266

Date Owners Notified

20171219

Initiated By

Ovsc

Responsible Manufacturer

Van-Con, Inc.

Date Report Received

20171019

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard

222