Recall 81V-070: 1978–1980 Van Con School Bus
VAN-CON, INCORPORATED recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Jun 8, 1981, covering about 150 vehicles.
The problem
The involved school buses do not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages", in that the seat belt anchorages were not spaced 6.5 inches apart.
The fix
The owner is asked to inspect his/her seat belt anchorage for the required 6.5 inch clearance. Those that do not have the required clearance will be corrected at no charge. The owner also has the option to bring his vehicle in to have the dealer inspect and make the necessary modifications. If the owner would like to reposition the seat belt anchorages himself, the dealer will send a retrofit kit consisting of the parts needed to make these corrections. This will be sent at no charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: school buses.system: interior; seat belt anchorages.consequences of defect: seat belts that do not meet safety requirements may notprovide adequate passenger restraint in the event of an accident.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | VAN-CON, INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 81V070000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Van Con School Bus | 1978, 1979, 1980 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 81V-070?
The involved school buses do not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages", in that the seat belt anchorages were not spaced 6.5 inches apart.
How is recall 81V-070 fixed?
The owner is asked to inspect his/her seat belt anchorage for the required 6.5 inch clearance. Those that do not have the required clearance will be corrected at no charge. The owner also has the option to bring his vehicle in to have the dealer inspect and make the necessary modifications. If the owner would like to reposition the seat belt anchorages himself, the dealer will send a retrofit kit consisting of the parts needed to make these corrections. This will be sent at no charge to owner.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.