Recall 15V413 covers 2,432 2013-2015 Goshen buses with passenger seat belts that can fray on seat frames. Repair is free at any franchised Goshen dealer.
Goshen is recalling 2,432 2013-2015 Pacer, Impulse, G-Force, and other buses because passenger seat belts can rub against metal seat frames and fray. A frayed belt can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing injury risk, and Goshen dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
Passenger seat belt webbing on these 2013-2015 Goshen buses is the woven strap that crosses the rider and locks into the buckle. Its normal job is to help hold a passenger in place during a hard stop or crash. The belt must stay smooth and intact where it passes near the seat frame.
On affected buses, the seat belt webbing rubs against the metal seat base. That contact point can act like an abrasive edge, wearing the strap until it frays. Once the webbing is frayed, the belt is no longer in the condition required for the federal seat belt assembly standard. The repair uses a protective plastic sleeve to keep the belt from rubbing on the frame.
There is no warning sign before failure. A careful inspection can find worn or frayed webbing, but the recall filing does not identify a sound, light, or driving symptom that warns passengers before the belt is damaged.
Who's affected?
Covers multiple Goshen bus lines across the 2013, 2014, and 2015 model years, all involving the same seat belt component.
| 2015 Goshen Impulse | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2015 Goshen G-Force Access | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen G-Force | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen G-Force | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen G-Force Access | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen G-Force Ltd | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Gcii | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen G-Force Access | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Impulse | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Mainstream Low Floor | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Sentinel Uc | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen Sentinel | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen Pacer Ltd | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen Pacer Ls | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen Pacer | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen Mainstream Low Floor | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Sentinel Uc | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen Sentinel Uc | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Sentinel | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Sentinel | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Pacer Ltd | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Pacer Ltd | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Pacer Ls | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Pacer Ls | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Pacer | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Pacer | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Mainstream Low Floor | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Impulse | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Gcii | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen Gcii | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen G-Force Ltd | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen G-Force Ltd | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen G-Force | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Connection | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Connection | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen Connection | seat belt |
| 2013 Goshen Commander | seat belt |
| 2014 Goshen Commander | seat belt |
| 2015 Goshen Commander | seat belt |
| Units affected | 2,432 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A frayed seat belt can fail to restrain the seat occupant properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Check visible belts for fraying and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Goshen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Goshen bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Goshen dealer to schedule the free plastic-sleeve repair that keeps the seat belt webbing from rubbing against the metal seat frame, plus replacement of any frayed seat belts.
- Inspect passenger seat belts for fraying before carrying riders, and keep riders out of seats with damaged belts until the repair is complete.
- Bring the recall notice if Goshen has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V413 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Goshen technician installs a plastic sleeve over the metal passenger seat frame so the seat belt webbing no longer rubs against the frame. The technician also inspects the affected seat belts and replaces any belt that shows fraying. Parts and labor are free under recall 15V413. Goshen has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related seat belt repair. Bring documented repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact Goshen customer service, to ask how the plan applies.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 30, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 30, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 1, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| July 1, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 1, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 8, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V413?
Recall 15V413 covers 2,432 2013-2015 Goshen buses with passenger seat belts that can rub against the metal seat frame and fray. A frayed belt can fail to restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing injury risk. Goshen dealers install a plastic sleeve and replace frayed belts for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Goshen Pacer, Pacer Ls, Pacer Ltd, Gcii, Impulse, Connection, Commander, G-Force, G-Force Access, G-Force Ltd, Sentinel, Sentinel Uc, or Mainstream Low Floor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V413. If it is, contact a franchised Goshen dealer to schedule the seat-belt inspection and repair. Reference recall number 15V413 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. Goshen dealers will install a plastic sleeve over the metal seat frame and replace any passenger seat belts that show fraying free of charge.
What is the safety risk from this Goshen seat belt recall?
The risk is that a frayed passenger seat belt can fail to properly restrain the seat occupant in a crash. That increases the risk of injury. Until the repair is complete, inspect passenger belts for visible fraying and schedule the free dealer repair if your VIN is included.
What if I bought the Goshen bus used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received Goshen's recall notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your bus is included, then call a franchised Goshen dealer with recall number 15V413.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V413000 |
|---|---|
| Goshen customer service | 1-877-734-4943 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V413 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V413000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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