Trans Tech Bus Student Safety Transport recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 12, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Transportation Collaborative, Inc. recalls 2012–2015 Trans Tech Bus Student Safety Transport

Recall number

16V085000

Brand / firm

Trans Tech Bus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 50 units

Why it was recalled

If the barrier does not deform properly, vehicle occupants are at a greater risk of injuries should they impact the barrier in a crash.

What was recalled

Transportation Collaborative, Inc. (Transportation Collaborative) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Trans Tech Student Safety Transporter school buses manufactured from December 1, 2012, through April 23, 2015. In the event of a crash, the barrier on the driver's side may not deform as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

What to do

Trans Tech will notify owners and provide a free retrofit kit along with installation instructions. An interim notice was distributed to owners on April 14, 2016. The recall began on April 18, 2016. Owners may contact Transportation Collaborative customer service at 1-845-988-0419.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.