Syntec S3b Track Mounted Seats recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 9, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

SynTec Seating Solutions, LLC recalls Syntec S3b Track Mounted Seats

Recall number

15E089000

Brand / firm

Syntec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3,585 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a severe rear-end collision, the seats may tilt rearward and result in injuries to the passenger's knees and/or impede the exiting of the bus.

What was recalled

SynTec Seating Solutions, LLC (SynTec) is recalling certain S3B Track Mounted Seats in 30", 36", 39" and 45" widths, manufactured August 24, 2014, to October 23, 2015. In the event of a severe rear-end collision, the seats may tilt rearward. As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

What to do

SynTec will notify the manufacturer that purchased the seats, and dealers for that manufacturer will replace install a toe-clamp on the front feet of the S3B track mounted seats, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2016. Owners may contact SynTec customer service at 1-336-862-7509. SynTec's number for this recall is TMS100.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.