STARCRAFT BUS PRODIGY 2015: SEATS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V227000

Make Model Year
STARCRAFT BUS PRODIGY 2015
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2016-06-07 2016-04-20 2016-04-20

Production Dates: 2016-01-29 - 2016-02-25

Manufacturers Involved: Forest River, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 5-04162016-0174

Component: SEATS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 7

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Forest River, Inc. "Forest River" is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Starcraft Prodigy and Quest school buses manufactured January 29, 2016, to February 25, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-2212. Forest River's number for this recall is 5-04162016-0174.

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.