BLUE BIRD TRANSIT 2017: SEATS
| Make : BLUE BIRD | Model : TRANSIT | Year : 2017 |
| Build Dates : 2015-01-01 - 2018-07-31 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V329000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 0000-00-00 | Date Received by ODI: 2019-04-26 | Date Added to Database: 2019-04-26 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 18E-076 | ||
| Component: SEATS | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 360 | ||
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Summary:
Fenton Mobility Products, Inc. "Fenton Mobility" is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. 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. |
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Consequence:
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury. |
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Remedy:
Fenton Mobility will notify owners, and a Fenton Mobility technician will repair the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2019. Owners may contact Fenton Mobility customer service at 1-716-484-7014. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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