Recall 02V-220: 1999–2002 Thomas Minotour
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Aug 6, 2002, covering about 29 vehicles.
The problem
Certain school and transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the seat belt anchorages will only hold 4,400 lbs. In lieu of the required 5000 lb.
The risk
In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will add a fastener to the track mounted seat. Owner notification began april 21, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thomas built at 336-889-4871.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V220000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 02V-220?
Certain school and transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the seat belt anchorages will only hold 4,400 lbs. In lieu of the required 5000 lb.
How is recall 02V-220 fixed?
Dealers will add a fastener to the track mounted seat. Owner notification began april 21, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thomas built at 336-889-4871.
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.