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Frontrunner Frontrunner Recall 26V482: Wheelchair Retractors May Fail to Lock, Risking Movement in Transit

NHTSA campaign 26V482, reported July 24, 2026, 24 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2025 Frontrunner transit buses have wheelchair retractors that may not lock. If a wheelchair is not properly secured, it can move during transit, which raises the risk of injury to the rider.

The remedy is free of charge. Frontrunner will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the affected retractors. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 3, 2026.

If you own or operate one of these buses, contact Frontrunner customer service at 1-800-886-9247 for more information. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V482FRONTRUNNER BUS GROUP, INC.
Component
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Problem
Frontrunner Bus Group, Inc. (Frontrunner) is recalling certain 2025 Frontrunner transit buses. 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
Frontrunner will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Frontrunner's customer service at 1-800-886-9247.

Affected vehicles

Frontrunner Frontrunner2025