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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V100000

2011 Trans Tech Horizon — Seat belts: front: anchorage

Published March 13, 2012 · Recall initiated: March 13, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V100000, published March 13, 2012. Recalling firm: Trans Tech Bus; 2011 Trans Tech Horizon — Seat belts: front: anchorage.

What's the hazard

TRANSPORTATION COLLABORATIVE INC. (TCI) IS RECALLING TWO MODEL YEAR 2011 HORIZON TRANSIT BUSES MANUFACTURED OF FORD E350 AND E450 ECONOLINE CHASSIS. THE FIBERGLASS INSTALLED FAILED TO MEET DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS, CAUSING THE INSUFFICIENT TORQUE VALVES AT THE UPPER TORSO MOUNTING POINT. AS SUCH, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES.

What to do

TCI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR KITS OR THE BUS MAY BE TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITY, AT NO COST TO THE OWNER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TCI AT 1-845-988-0419.

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Recall details

Brand
TRANS TECH
Model
HORIZON
Manufacturer
Trans Tech Bus
Lot
2011 TRANS TECH HORIZON
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2011 Trans Tech Horizon — Seat belts: front: anchorage recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V100000 on March 13, 2012. Reported hazard: TRANSPORTATION COLLABORATIVE INC. (TCI) IS RECALLING TWO MODEL YEAR 2011 HORIZON TRANSIT BUSES MANUFACTURED OF FORD E350 AND E450 ECONOLINE CHASSIS. THE FIBERGLASS INSTALLED FAILED TO MEET DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS, CAUSING THE INSUFFICIENT TORQUE VALVES AT THE UPPER TORSO MOUNTING POINT. AS SUCH, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES.

What should I do if I have this product?

TCI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR KITS OR THE BUS MAY BE TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITY, AT NO COST TO THE OWNER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TCI AT 1-845-988-0419.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TRANS TECH. Model: HORIZON.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)