Syntec S3b Wall Mounted Seats recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 10, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

SynTec Seating Solutions, LLC recalls Syntec S3b Wall Mounted Seats

Recall number

18E023000

Brand / firm

Syntec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 23,130 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

What was recalled

SynTec Seating Solutions, LLC (SynTec) is recalling certain S3B Restraint Wall Mounted Seats. The wall mounting bracket may crack, causing the seat to not remain secured in place in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages," 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

What to do

Syntec will notify the bus manufacturers that purchased the seats, and dealers for those companies will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Syntec customer service at 1-336-862-7509. Syntec's number for this recall is RESB100.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.