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Syntec Seats recall

Recalled July 24, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18E060000 · Syntec

Hazard
If the seat mounting foot detaches from the floor, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
SynTec has notified the bus manufacturer that purchased the seats, and dealers for those manufacturers will install a washer between the rear mounting foot and the bus floor, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2018. Owners may contact SynTec customer service at 1-336-862-7509. SynTec's number for this recall is RES101.
Units
235 units

Description

SynTec Seating Solutions, LLC (SynTec) is recalling certain S3B 45" Restraint School Bus Seats. The seat's foot may pull through the bolted joint at the bus floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

What to do

SynTec has notified the bus manufacturer that purchased the seats, and dealers for those manufacturers will install a washer between the rear mounting foot and the bus floor, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2018. Owners may contact SynTec customer service at 1-336-862-7509. SynTec's number for this recall is RES101.

Product
Syntec S3B RESTRAINT SEATS
Manufacturer(s)
SynTec Seating Solutions, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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