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NHTSA Recall 16V224000: Seats

Forest River, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 2016 Elkhart ECE4.

10
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2016
owners notified (June 14)
NHTSA campaign16V224000
Manufacturer campaign42-04162016-0177
ComponentSEATS
Report receivedApril 19, 2016
Owner notificationJune 14, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Elkhart ECE4 transit buses manufactured January 13, 2016, to January 26, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Remedy

Forest River will notify owners and dealers will replace the seats free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-264-5179. Forest River's number for this recall is 42-04162016-0177.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 16V224000

Make and modelModel years
Elkhart ECE42016

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.