Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm
Defect Summary
The involved school buses do not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages", in that the seat belt anchorages were not spaced 6.5 inches apart.
Corrective Action
The owner is asked to inspect his/her seat belt anchorage for the required 6.5 inch clearance. Those that do not have the required clearance will be corrected at no charge. The owner also has the option to bring his vehicle in to have the dealer inspect and make the necessary modifications. If the owner would like to reposition the seat belt anchorages himself, the dealer will send a retrofit kit consisting of the parts needed to make these corrections. This will be sent at no charge to owner.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Van-con, Incorporated or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 81V070000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 81V070000?
NHTSA recall 81V070000 was issued by Van-con, Incorporated on June 8, 1981. It addresses: Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm. The recall affects approximately 150 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Van-con, Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81V070000 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.