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- SEATS
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit-based mini-coaches equipped with Freedman GO-ES foldaway rear seats may have a seat cushion that does not stay locked in place when it is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position. Under load, such as in a crash or sudden stop, the cushion may not remain secured.
If the seat back moves during a crash, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury. Owners should contact Royale Limousine customer service at 1-800-544-5587 for information about the recall. The repair is free: Royale will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect and repair the seat.
You can check whether your vehicle has any open recalls by entering your VIN at the NHTSA recall lookup site or by asking an authorized Ford dealer. Until the repair is completed, avoid using the affected rear seats if you are unsure they are properly locked.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Transit | 2015201620172018 |
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