Seat barrier may not absorb impact/fmvss 222
Defect Summary
Van-con, inc. (van-con) is recalling certain 2007-2017 dual rear wheel school buses built on chevrolet 3500 express chassis. the seat barrier behind the driver seat may be pinned to the bulkhead preventing it from deforming in the event of an impact. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Safety Consequence
If the barrier is too rigid to absorb an impact, the occupants will have an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Van-con will notify owners and will reposition the barrier as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on december 19, 2017. owners may contact van-con customer service at 1-732-356-8484.
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FAQ: Recall 17V694000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V694000?
NHTSA recall 17V694000 was issued by Van-con, Inc. on November 2, 2017. It addresses: Seat barrier may not absorb impact/fmvss 222. The recall affects approximately 320 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Van-con, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V694000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.