Recalls
Recall 139333
USA Recall: If the roof panels separate in a crash, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
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."
Corrective Action:
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.
Additional Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected Vehicles