NHTSA Recall 19V229000: Seats
TransitWorks reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 776 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford Transit.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V229000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | March 22, 2019 |
| Owner notification | December 19, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
TransitWorks is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit, 2018 Ford Transit Connect, and 2016 Dodge Ram ProMaster vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Seating GO-ES seats. 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
TransitWorks has notified owners and instructed them to contact Freedman seats for a repair kit. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman Seating customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or TransitWorks customer service at 1-855-337-9543.
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 19V229000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Transit | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Ford Transit Connect | 2018 |
| RAM ProMaster | 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.