NHTSA Recall 17V582000: Buckle assembly (seat belts) and seat belts
Double K Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 16 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Hometown Trolley Mainstreet.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V582000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17E035 |
| Components | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY; SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | September 20, 2017 |
| Owner notification | November 10, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Double K Inc. (Double K) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Hometown Trolley Villager, Mainstreet, and Streetcar trackless trolley buses, equipped with Recaro Commercial Bus Driver Seats, models Ergo R, Ergo D, AM71, AM72 and AM80. In the affected seats, the seat belt buckle may be stuck in the locked position, preventing the seat belt tongue from being able to be inserted and locked. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Safety risk
If the seat belt cannot be latched, the bus may be operated without the seat belt being used, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Double K will notify owners, and dealers will replace the buckle housings, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2017. Owners may contact Recaro customer service at 1-248-364-3818 or Double K customer service at 1-715-478-5090. Double K's number for this recall is 17E035.
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 17V582000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hometown Trolley Mainstreet | 2016, 2017 |
| Hometown Trolley Streetcar | 2016, 2017 |
| Hometown Trolley Villager | 2016, 2017 |
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.