Freedman Family 3pta 28988 — Seats
Published April 22, 2016 · Recall initiated: April 22, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16E037000, published April 22, 2016. Recalling firm: Freedman Seating Company; Freedman Family 3pta 28988 — Seats.
What's the hazard
Freedman Seating Company (Freedman) is recalling certain Family Seat, Family 3pta and ICS seats manufactured January 15, 2016, to January 29, 2016. Due to bolt failure, the affected seats may separate from the base frame. As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety System (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection.
What to do
Freedman will notify the bus manufacturers that purchased the affected seats and will provide new, replacement seats free of charge. Freedman began notifying the affected bus manufacturers on April 15, 2016. The bus manufacturers will conduct recalls to notify the bus owners and provide them with a free remedy. Owners may contact their bus manufacturer or Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FREEDMAN
- Model
- FAMILY 3PTA 28988
- Manufacturer
- Freedman Seating Company
- Lot
- FREEDMAN FAMILY 3PTA 28988 | FREEDMAN FAMILY 3PTA 28968 | FREEDMAN FAMILY SEAT 36360 | FREEDMAN ICS 50500
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Freedman Family 3pta 28988 — Seats recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E037000 on April 22, 2016. Reported hazard: Freedman Seating Company (Freedman) is recalling certain Family Seat, Family 3pta and ICS seats manufactured January 15, 2016, to January 29, 2016. Due to bolt failure, the affected seats may separate from the base frame. As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety System (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection.
What should I do if I have this product?
Freedman will notify the bus manufacturers that purchased the affected seats and will provide new, replacement seats free of charge. Freedman began notifying the affected bus manufacturers on April 15, 2016. The bus manufacturers will conduct recalls to notify the bus owners and provide them with a free remedy. Owners may contact their bus manufacturer or Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FREEDMAN. Model: FAMILY 3PTA 28988.