Recall 18V782000
SEATS
Defect Description
National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
National Van will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact National Van customer service at 1-508-222-2272.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | FORD | TRANSIT |
| 2016 | FORD | TRANSIT |
| 2017 | FORD | TRANSIT |
| 2018 | FORD | TRANSIT |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.