NHTSA recall 16V226000
Seats
Startrans Senator II
Reported Apr 20, 20162 vehicles affectedForest River, Inc.Maker’s number 5-04162016-0175Built Mar 18, 2016 – Mar 21, 2016
The defect
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 StarTrans Senator II transit buses manufactured March 18, 2016, to March 21, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The remedy
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-262-2212. Forest River's number for this recall is 5-04162016-0175.