CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEATS
- Problem
- Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline 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.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.
- 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 vans modified with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats may have a rear seat cushion that does not stay locked in place when it is rotated to the upright position and put under load, such as during a crash or sudden stop.
If the seat back moves in a crash, the seat occupant faces an increased risk of injury. The recall covers specific seat part numbers installed in these modified vehicles.
Owners should contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452. The repair is free of charge: Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat. Check your VIN for open recalls as well.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford E-250 | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Ford E-350 | 20142015 |
| Ford E-450 | 20142015 |
| Ford Transit | 20142015201620172018 |
| Mobility Specialists Ford E-250 | 2015 |
| RAM Promaster | 20142015201620172018 |