NHTSA Recall 20V222000: Retractor (seat belts)
TransitWorks reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 205 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Transit.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V222000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › RETRACTOR |
| Report received | April 20, 2020 |
| Owner notification | May 13, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
TransitWorks is recalling certain Driverge vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit vans equipped with Freedman Seating Company (FSC) PT Foldaway and GO-ES 3-point Foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that may not properly secure the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Safety risk
An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
TransitWorks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2020. Dealers can contact Freedman Seating Company for parts and reimbursement information 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 20V222000
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.