Recall 14V249 covers 13 2013-2014 Seagrave Xvoics, TB50CO, TT06CX, Tvohcx, and TB30CS emergency vehicles for sticking seat-belt buckles. Repair is free.
Seagrave is recalling 13 2013-2014 emergency vehicles, including Xvoics and TB30CS models, because IMMI L9 seat belt buckles can leave the latch plate partly engaged after the release button is pressed. A stuck buckle can slow exit from the vehicle during an emergency, and the dealer repair will be free once Seagrave makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt buckle is the receiver that holds the latch plate when a firefighter or passenger buckles in. On the 2013-2014 Seagrave Xvoics, TB50CO, TT06CX, Tvohcx, and TB30CS emergency vehicles in this recall, the issue is with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. A buckle should lock the belt during travel, then release cleanly when the button is pressed.
The defect is in that release action. When someone presses the buckle button, the latch plate can stay partly caught in the buckle instead of coming free. That partial engagement makes the belt difficult to unlatch, which is a problem when crews need to exit the vehicle quickly after it stops.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem shows up at the moment someone tries to unbuckle and the latch plate does not release normally.
Who's affected?
Covers five Seagrave fire apparatus models from the 2013 and 2014 model years, all tied to the seat belt component.
| 2014 Seagrave Xvoics | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2013 Seagrave Xvoics | seat belt |
| 2014 Seagrave TB50CO | seat belt |
| 2013 Seagrave TT06CX | seat belt |
| 2014 Seagrave Tvohcx | seat belt |
| 2014 Seagrave TT06CX | seat belt |
| 2013 Seagrave TB30CS | seat belt |
| 2014 Seagrave TB30CS | seat belt |
| Units affected | 13 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
If the buckle latch plate stays partly engaged after the release button is pressed, getting out of the vehicle can take longer. That delay increases injury risk during an emergency. Schedule the buckle inspection soon and treat any release problem as a service issue. Repair will be free at any franchised Seagrave dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Seagrave Xvoics, TB50CO, TT06CX, Tvohcx, or TB30CS emergency vehicle is included in this recall.
- Watch for Seagrave's owner notice if you have not received it, then contact a franchised Seagrave dealer for next repair instructions.
- Schedule the free seat-belt-buckle inspection and replacement that fixes the latch plate sticking in the buckle after the release button is pressed.
- Bring the recall notice if Seagrave has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V249 when you call.
- Use extra care when releasing the seat belt until the repair is complete, because a stuck buckle slows exit from the vehicle in an emergency.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Seagrave technician inspects the IMMI L9 seat belt buckle and replaces the buckle if the latch plate remains partly engaged after the release button is pressed. That work addresses a buckle that is difficult to unlatch after use. Before sending the emergency vehicle in, call the Seagrave dealer to confirm appointment timing. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| May 13, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 4, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V249?
Recall 14V249 covers 13 2013-2014 Seagrave Xvoics, TB50CO, TT06CX, Tvohcx, and TB30CS emergency vehicles with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. The buckle latch plate can stay partly engaged after release, making the belt hard to unlatch. Seagrave dealers will inspect and replace the buckle for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Seagrave Xvoics, TB50CO, TT06CX, Tvohcx, or TB30CS is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 14V249. If it is, contact a Seagrave dealer to schedule the seat belt buckle inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 14V249 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Seagrave dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is delayed exit from the emergency vehicle after a crash or emergency if the buckle stays partly latched after the release button is pressed. Seagrave's remedy is to inspect the IMMI-brand L9 buckle and replace it when needed.
What if I bought this Seagrave emergency vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Seagrave vehicle is included, then contact a Seagrave dealer and reference recall number 14V249.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V249000 |
|---|---|
| Seagrave customer service | 1-800-732-4728 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V249 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V249000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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