The problem
Transportation collaborative, inc. (Tci) is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 trans tech model sst school buses manufactured of ford e350 and e450 econoline chassis. The fiberglass installed failed to meet design specifications, causing the insufficient torque valves at the upper torso mounting point. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."
The risk
In the event of a crash, the shoulder restraint could detach from the b-pillar anchorage, increasing the risk of personal injury to the occupant.
The fix
Tci will notify owners, and provide instructions and repair kits or the bus may be taken to an authorized repair facility, at no cost to the owner. The recall began on march 15, 2012. Owners may contact tci at 1-845-988-0419.
Contacts
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> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Trans Tech dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 12V090000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.