NHTSA Recall 13V601000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V601000; Date: Nov. 29, 2013
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 E-one Cyclone Ii; 2013 E-one Quest; 2013 E-one Typhoon
Component: Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly
Manufactured by: E-one Incorporated
Affected Units:: 10
Recall Summary:
E-one incorporated (e-one) is recalling certain model year 2013 model typhoon and cyclone ii fire fighting vehicles equipped with immi-brand l9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 209, "seat belt assemblies. "
How to Fix:
E-one will notify owners and dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle, and if necessary, replace the seat belt buckles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on, or about, January 17, 2014. Customers may contact e-one at 1-800-627-5050.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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