BLUE BIRD TRANSIT 2017: SEATS

Make : BLUE BIRD Model : TRANSIT Year : 2017
Build Dates : 2017-09-01 - 2018-06-01
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V247000
Date Owner's Notified: 2019-06-06 Date Received by ODI: 2019-03-28 Date Added to Database: 2019-04-01
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number:
Component: SEATS
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 4
Summary:
      Cabot Coach Builders, Inc. DBA Royale Limousine "Royale" is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit-based mini-coaches equipped with Freedman GO-ES foldaway seats recalled under 18E-076. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Consequence:
      In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy:
      Royale will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the seat. The recall began June 6, 2019. Owners may contact Royale customer service at 1-800-544-5587.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 207
Notes:
      Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.