NHTSA Recall 18V796000: Seats
Coach and Equipment Mfg Corp. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 864 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Coach and Equipment Metro Lite.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V796000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18E-076 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | November 12, 2018 |
| Owner notification | November 26, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Coach and Equipment Mfg Corp. (Coach and Equipment) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Coach and Equipment Phoenix and Metro lite transit buses, equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Coach and Equipment has notified owners, and Freedman Seating will repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact Coach and Equipment customer service at 1-800-724-8464. Freedman's number for this recall is 18E-076.
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 18V796000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Coach and Equipment Metro Lite | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Coach and Equipment Phoenix | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
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.