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Coach And Equipment Phoenix Recall 26V333: Wheelchair Retractors May Fail to Lock, Risking Movement in Transit

NHTSA campaign 26V333, reported May 22, 2026, 677 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2025-2026 Phoenix and 2026 Metrolite buses are equipped with QRT-360 wheelchair retractors that may not lock. As a result, a wheelchair may not be properly secured during the vehicle's operation.

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, which increases the risk of injury to the wheelchair user and others on board. If you own one of the affected vehicles, check your VIN for open recalls and contact Coach and Equipment customer service at 1-800-724-8464 if you have questions. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2026.

Authorized dealers will inspect the wheelchair retractors and replace them as necessary. The repair is free of charge.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V333Coach and Equipment Mfg. Corp.
Component
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Problem
Coach and Equipment Mfg. Corp. (Coach and Equipment) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Phoenix and 2026 Metrolite buses, equipped with certain QRT-360 wheelchair retractors. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2026. Owners may contact Coach and Equipment customer service at 1-800-724-8464.

Affected vehicles

Coach And Equipment Metro Lite2026
Coach And Equipment Phoenix20252026