Defect Description
Supreme Corporation (Supreme) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Classic American Trolley vehicles manufactured November 19, 2010, to January 29, 2016 and equipped with certain Recaro Ergo-M Commercial Bus Driver Seats. The affected seats have J-Brackets that may be missing welds which could allow the seat belt anchorage assembly to separate from the J-Bracket.
Safety Consequence
If the seat belt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Supreme will notify owners to have a Recaro dealers inspect the seats for missing welds. If missing welds are found, the seats will be repaired, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2016. Owners may contact Recaro customer service at 1-248-484-3203 or Supreme customer service at 1-574-642-0800.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | SUPREME | CLASSIC AMERICAN TROLLEY |
| 2011 | SUPREME | CLASSIC AMERICAN TROLLEY |
| 2012 | SUPREME | CLASSIC AMERICAN TROLLEY |
| 2013 | SUPREME | CLASSIC AMERICAN TROLLEY |
| 2014 | SUPREME | CLASSIC AMERICAN TROLLEY |
| 2015 | SUPREME | CLASSIC AMERICAN TROLLEY |
| 2016 | SUPREME | CLASSIC AMERICAN TROLLEY |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.