Recall 98V308002: Motor coach ind., inc.

Report received

Feb 1, 1999

Manufacturer

Motor coach ind., inc.

Potentially affected

1vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Vehicle description: transit buses. The tether plates, which are attached to the rear of both the upper and lower frames of the suspension unit, contain a sharp edge which can cause premature weat of the nylon tethers. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 207, "seating systems," and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Possible consequence

In the event of a crash, these seat belts may not properly restain the occupant increasing the risk of personal injury.

Remedy

Isringhausen is conducting the owner notification for this recall. Owners will be provided with a replacement kit which includes new tethers, tether plates, nut, bolts, and a technical bulletin with detailed replacement instructions.