Van-con Dual Rear Wheel recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 2, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Van-Con, Inc. recalls 2007–2017 Van-con Dual Rear Wheel

Recall number

17V694000

Brand / firm

Van-con

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 320 units

Why it was recalled

If the barrier is too rigid to absorb an impact, the occupants will have an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Van-Con, Inc. (Van-Con) is recalling certain 2007-2017 Dual Rear Wheel school buses built on Chevrolet 3500 Express chassis. The seat barrier behind the driver seat may be pinned to the bulkhead preventing it from deforming in the event of an impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

What to do

Van-Con will notify owners and will reposition the barrier as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2017. Owners may contact Van-Con customer service at 1-732-356-8484.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.