The problem
Safety belt anchorages do not comply with the strength requirements of fmvss no. 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."
The risk
The seat occupant would suffer increased risk of injury the safety belt anchorage failed in a sudden stop or accident.
The fix
Dealers will repair these safety belt anchorages.
Contacts
System: interior system; restraint; belt anchor and attachments; fmvss 210. Vehicle description: school buses built on gm chassis. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact thomas built at 1-910-889-4871. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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 Thomas dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 94V059000.
- 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.