NHTSA recall 08V018000
Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Collins Bantam and 3 more
The defect
Certain my 2005 and 2006 collins bantam, grand bantam, super bantam, and omni school buses manufactured between november 2005 and june 2006, for failing to comply with all the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies", and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the web of the belt rubs up against the retractor's metal sleeve causing friction and abrasion, and over time, may fray the belt.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained possibly resulting in injury.
The remedy
Collins will notify owners and replace the seat belt free of charge. the recall began on january 7, 2008. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.