Champion Bus, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #02V160006

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V160006 by Champion Bus, Inc.. Includes 599 affected units, CHAMPION/SEAT BELTS/PLASTIC COVER HOUSING, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain buses equipped with cp traveling retractor lap (type 1) seat belts, the plastic cover housing the reserve end of the seat belt web can break. if the two halves of the cover completely separate, the connector portion of the belt will detach from the cover. once detached, the connector rivet can separate from the connector frame causing the frame to become unusable.

Corrective Action

Amsafe will notify its customers and provide a plastic outer cover that snaps over the existing cover on units in the field and will replace broken seat belts free of charge. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amsafe at 574-266-8330 or champion at 810-724-6474.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V160006

Manufacturer: Champion Bus, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2002-10-29T00:00:00

Subject: Champion/seat belts/plastic cover housing

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 599

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain buses equipped with cp traveling retractor lap (type 1) seat belts, the plastic cover housing the reserve end of the seat belt web can break. if the two halves of the cover completely separate, the connector portion of the belt will detach from the cover. once detached, the connector rivet can separate from the connector frame causing the frame to become unusable.

Consequence Summary: This condition cannot occur during use, however, the belt will be unsuable and may result in an occupant seating position without a seat belt. in the event of a vehicle crash, an unbelted individual could be seriously injured or killed.

Corrective Action: Amsafe will notify its customers and provide a plastic outer cover that snaps over the existing cover on units in the field and will replace broken seat belts free of charge. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amsafe at 574-266-8330 or champion at 810-724-6474.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-mt8i-xyn3~4uy9

NHTSA ID: 02V160006

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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