Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V875000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V875000 by Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.. Affecting 2015-2018 micro bird ct series buses, equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719 Includes 17 affected units, Seat Back may not Stay Upright/FMVSS 207, 210, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2015-2018 micro bird ct series buses, equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719
Defect Summary
Corp. Micro bird inc (micro bird) is recalling certain 2015-2018 micro bird ct series buses, 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," and number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Corrective Action
Micro bird has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. the recall began january 28, 2019. owners may contact micro bird customer service at 1-507-625-6426. micro bird's number for this recall is 18-080-guc.