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NHTSARecalled Nov 6, 2018 · #18V782000

Seat Back may not Stay Upright/FMVSS 207

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems." In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Product details

Product
  • Seat Back may not Stay Upright/FMVSS 207
  • 2015-2018 Ford Transit
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
National Van Builders, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

National Van will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact National Van customer service at 1-508-222-2272.

View the official CPSC notice