Defect Description For Recall
The Affected Lap Belt System Installed On Buses To Secure The Wheel Chair And Wheel Chair Occupant While The Bus Is In Motion Is IneffeCTIve Due To Improper Formation Of The Staple Plate In The Female Portion Of The Buckle Assembly. The Male Component (Hasp) Of The Buckle Assembly Will Become Dislodged From The Female Portion Of The Buckle (Staple) When A Load Is Applied To The Safety Harness Restraint System.
Make Of Vehicle
Q STRAINT
Model Of Vehicle
SAFETY BELT BUCKLE
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
94E004000
Component Description
Unknown Or Other
Effect Of Defect
In The Event Of An Accident Or Sudden Stop Due To Brake Application, Failure Of The Safety Harness Restraint System Increases The Risk Of Injury To Wheel Chair Occupants.
Fix Defect
New Lap Belts Will Be Provided To The End Users.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Giram Company
Start Of Manufacture
19920201
End Of Manufacture
19930901
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
9500
Date Owners Notified
19940314
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Giram Company
Date Report Received
19940225