Delay in seatbelt-unfastened telltale/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Trans tech bus (trans tech) is recalling certain 2020 roadstar, st aero and sst buses built on 2019 chevrolet express cutaway chassis. The specific models are ac139sssa409,ac139sssp500, cc139dmsa409, cc139dmsa500, cc139dmsp500, cc159dmsa509, cc159dmsa600,ec139dbsp400, sc139dsfp500, sc139dssa409, sc139dssa500, sc139dssp500, sc159dsfp600, sc159dssa509, sc159dssa600, sc159dssa603, sc159dssp600, and sc177dssa603. the seatbelt-unfastened warning light will not illuminate for approximately five seconds after the ignition is moved to the "on" or "start" position. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
Without the seatbelt warning reminder, the driver may forget to fasten the seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Trans tech will notify owners, and gm dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. the recall began may 6, 2020. owners may contact trans tech customer service at 1-845-988-2333.
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Other recalls from Trans Tech Bus or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 20V196000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V196000?
NHTSA recall 20V196000 was issued by Trans Tech Bus on April 3, 2020. It addresses: Delay in seatbelt-unfastened telltale/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 446 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Trans Tech Bus dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V196000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.