Startrans Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #11V572000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V572000 by Startrans Bus Corporation. Includes 69 affected units, SEAT LATCH MECHANISM/FMVSS 222, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Startrans is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 mfsab school buses manufactured from april 14, 2010, through june 7, 2011, equipped with c. E. White self-latching seat cushions. the self-latching mechanism used to retain the seat cushion to the frame may not activate. accordingly, these seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."

Corrective Action

Startrans will notify owners, and dealers will repair the seats free of charge. the safety recall began on january 16, 2012. owners may contact startrans at 1-574-642-4730.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V572000

Manufacturer: Startrans Bus Corporation

Report Received Date: 2011-12-02T00:00:00

Subject: Seat latch mechanism/fmvss 222

Component: Seats

Potentially Affected Units: 69

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Startrans is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 mfsab school buses manufactured from april 14, 2010, through june 7, 2011, equipped with c. E. White self-latching seat cushions. the self-latching mechanism used to retain the seat cushion to the frame may not activate. accordingly, these seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."

Consequence Summary: Vehicle occupants may be injured in the event of a vehicle crash should the seat cushion flip up out of place. also, out of position seat cushions could interfere with emergency egress of the vehicle.

Corrective Action: Startrans will notify owners, and dealers will repair the seats free of charge. the safety recall began on january 16, 2012. owners may contact startrans at 1-574-642-4730.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V572000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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