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NHTSA Campaign 12E030000

SEAT BELTS

Issued by BESI, Inc. · Reported Aug 20, 2012 · 3,532 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
BESI PRO-TECH III 3,532

Source: NHTSA Campaign 12E030000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.