NHTSA Recall 12V089000: Seats
STARCRAFT BUS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Starcraft Prodigy.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V089000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | March 5, 2012 |
| Owner notification | April 5, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Starcraft is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 prodigy and quest school buses, manufactured from october 11, 2010 through january 3, 2011. These buses are equipped with bus seats manufactured by c.e. White. The seats were sold and installed as original equipment for certain starcraft school buses. The seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the seat back may fail, increasing the risk of injury to the seats occupant.
Remedy
Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcing bracket that c.e. White has provided. The safety recall began on april 5, 2012. Owners may contact starcraft at 1-800-347-7440.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V089000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.