Recaro Ergo M Bus Driver Seat recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 28, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Adient, PLC recalls Recaro Ergo M Bus Driver Seat

Recall number

15E088000

Brand / firm

Recaro

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 17,280 units

Why it was recalled

If the seatbelt 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.

What was recalled

Johnson Controls, Inc. (Johnson Controls) is recalling certain Recaro Ergo-M Commercial Bus Driver Seats, part number AM 80-Ergo M, manufactured April 5, 2010, to October 14, 2015. 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.

What to do

Johnson Controls will notify the bus manufacturers that purchased the affected seats. Their dealers will inspect the seats to determine if welds are missing. Any J-Bracket that is missing welds will be removed and replaced, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2015. Owners may contact Johnson Controls customer service at 1-248-484-3203.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.