NHTSA Recall 19V238000: Seats
Vantage Mobility International, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Ford F-250.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V238000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | March 26, 2019 |
| Owner notification | March 25, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit Van, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2007 Ford F-250-based shuttle vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-3S foldaway 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
Vantage has notified owners, instructing them to contact Freedman for a repair kit, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.
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 19V238000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford F-250 | 2007 |
| Ford Transit | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 2500 | 2015 |
| Freightliner Sprinter 3500 | 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | 2015 |
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.