Freedman Go-es Foldaway Seat recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 14, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Freedman Seating Company recalls Freedman Go-es Foldaway Seat

Recall number

24E026000

Brand / firm

Freedman

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 769 units

Why it was recalled

The seat back could release under the shoulder belt load, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

What was recalled

Freedman Seating Company (Freedman) is recalling certain 2place GO-ES Space Save Foldaway Seats part numbers, 88335, 89316, and 1place GO-ES Space Save Foldaway Seat part numbers, 102860, and 102861. The recliner mechanism may not engage when the seat back is fully reclined. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

What to do

Dealers will inspect and repair the seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.