Recall 12E030000: Seat Belts

NHTSA recall 12E030000 · announced August 20, 2012 · Besi · 3,532 units affected

The problem

BESI, Inc. (BESI) is recalling certain aftermarket child securement systems, model Pro-Tech III, manufactured from October 2011 through May 2012. These child restraints systems are sold as add on equipment for school bus transportation only. One of the two buckles can be pulled out with minimal hand pressure after being clicked.

The risk

In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, possibly resulting in injury.

What to do

BESI will notify owners and replace the restraint assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on October 3, 2012. Owners may contact BESI at 1-800-543-8222.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

BESI's campaign number is RMA586.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.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.