Recall 18V796000: 2015–2018 Coach & Equipment Metro-Lite, 2015–2018 Coach & Equipment Phoenix
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 12, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 864
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Coach and Equipment Mfg Corp. (Coach and Equipment) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Coach and Equipment Phoenix and Metro lite transit buses, 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.
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Coach and Equipment has notified owners, and Freedman Seating will repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact Coach and Equipment customer service at 1-800-724-8464. Freedman's number for this recall is 18E-076.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Coach & Equipment Metro-Lite
- 2016 Coach & Equipment Metro-Lite
- 2017 Coach & Equipment Metro-Lite
- 2018 Coach & Equipment Metro-Lite
- 2015 Coach & Equipment Phoenix
- 2016 Coach & Equipment Phoenix
- 2017 Coach & Equipment Phoenix
- 2018 Coach & Equipment Phoenix
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V796000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 18E-076
- Manufacturer
- Coach and Equipment Mfg Corp.
- Owner letters
- Nov 26, 2018
- Components
- Seats (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology