NHTSA Recall 16V281000: Seats
Turtle Top reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6 vehicles. It affects 2016 Turtle Top Odyssey.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V281000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16E-037 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | May 10, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 22, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Turtle Top is recalling certain model year 2016 Odyssey transit buses manufactured December 17, 2015, to March 29, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection", and 213, "Child Restraint Systems."
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
Turtle Top will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seats, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2016. Owners may contact Turtle Top customer service at 1-574-831-4340. Turtle Top's number for this recall is 16E-037.
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 16V281000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Turtle Top Odyssey | 2016 |
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.