NHTSA Recall 19V313000: Seats
Mobility Transportation Services reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,080 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Ford E-250.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V313000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | April 18, 2019 |
| Owner notification | May 19, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be 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
MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.
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 19V313000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford E-250 | 2014 |
| Ford E-350 | 2014, 2015 |
| Ford E-450 | 2014, 2015 |
| Ford Transit | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Mobility Specialists Ford E-250 | 2015 |
| RAM ProMaster | 2014, 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.