Defect Description For Recall
Van-Con, Inc. (Van-Con) Is Recalling One 2016 33803 Dual Rear Wheel School Bus. The Roof Panel Seams Were Not Correctly Bonded And Thus May Separate In The Event Of A Crash. As Such, This Vehicle Fails To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 221, “School Bus Body Joint Strength.”
Make Of Vehicle
VAN-CON
Model Of Vehicle
33803 DUAL REAR-WHEEL
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
18V365000
Component Description
Structure:Body
Effect Of Defect
If The Roof Panels Separate In A Crash, The Occupants Have An Increased Risk Of Injury.
Fix Defect
The Purchaser Of The Affected Bus Is Aware Of The Issue, Therefore An Owner Notification Letter Will Not Be Mailed. Owners May Contact Van-Con Customer Service At 1-732-356-8484.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Van-Con, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20161212
End Of Manufacture
20161216
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5
Date Owners Notified
20180615
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Van-Con, Inc.
Date Report Received
20180518
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
221