International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #06V479000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V479000 by International Motors, Llc. Includes 1,948 affected units, DRIVER'S SEAT, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain ic school and commercial buses manufactured between october 11, 2005, and october 31, 2006. these buses have the following safety issues: if the driver's seat is in the highest and most rear position, the back of the seat may lean against a barrier behind the seat, or against the seat back. this will prevent the seat belt from retracting which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, seat belt assemblies. when adjust the seat to a higher position, the driver may pull the seat past the last stop so that the seat sits on the adjusting pin, which allows the seat to teeter on top of the pin. if over-travel occurs, the upper seat pedestal tube could separate from the lower pedestal tube during vehicle operation. if the driver is sitting in the driver's seat and reaches to adjust the seat height, their weight will cause the seat to drop, which could result in their hand being pinched between the seat and the lever. the driver's seat is difficult to adjust to a higher position because of the additional weight of the all belts to seat (abts) design.

Corrective Action

Ic will notify owners and repair the seats free of charge. the recall began on february 23, 2007. owners may contact ic at 1-800-448-7825.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V479000

Manufacturer: International Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2006-12-21T00:00:00

Subject: Driver's seat

Component: Seats

Potentially Affected Units: 1,948

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 06512

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain ic school and commercial buses manufactured between october 11, 2005, and october 31, 2006. these buses have the following safety issues: if the driver's seat is in the highest and most rear position, the back of the seat may lean against a barrier behind the seat, or against the seat back. this will prevent the seat belt from retracting which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, seat belt assemblies. when adjust the seat to a higher position, the driver may pull the seat past the last stop so that the seat sits on the adjusting pin, which allows the seat to teeter on top of the pin. if over-travel occurs, the upper seat pedestal tube could separate from the lower pedestal tube during vehicle operation. if the driver is sitting in the driver's seat and reaches to adjust the seat height, their weight will cause the seat to drop, which could result in their hand being pinched between the seat and the lever. the driver's seat is difficult to adjust to a higher position because of the additional weight of the all belts to seat (abts) design.

Consequence Summary: This may result in personal injury.

Corrective Action: Ic will notify owners and repair the seats free of charge. the recall began on february 23, 2007. owners may contact ic at 1-800-448-7825.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 06V479000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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