2016 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel — Structure: body
Published June 6, 2018 · Recall initiated: May 18, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V365000, published June 6, 2018 and initiated May 18, 2018. Recalling firm: Van-Con, Inc.; 2016 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel — Structure: body.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VAN-CON
- Model
- 33803 DUAL REAR-WHEEL
- Manufacturer
- Van-Con, Inc.
- Lot
- 2016 VAN-CON 33803 DUAL REAR-WHEEL
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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- NHTSA2019 Starcraft Bus Senator Ii Mvp | 2019 Starcraft Bus Allstar Mvp | 2019 Starcraft Bus Senator Ii | 2018June 6, 2018
- NHTSA2016 Van-Con Wheelchair Lift Bus | 2017 Van-Con Wheelchair Lift Bus | 2018 Van-Con Wheelchair Lift Bus —January 12, 2018
- NHTSA2015 Van-Con Dual Rear Wheel | 2013 Van-Con Dual Rear Wheel | 2010 Van-Con Dual Rear Wheel | 2007 Van-Con DualNovember 3, 2017
- NHTSA2016 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel | 2012 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel | 2013 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel |October 23, 2017
Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Van-Con 33803 Dual Rear-Wheel — Structure: body recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V365000 on June 6, 2018. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VAN-CON. Model: 33803 DUAL REAR-WHEEL.