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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18E076000

Freedman Go-Es Foldaway Seat — Seats

Published August 8, 2018 · Recall initiated: August 3, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18E076000, published August 8, 2018 and initiated August 3, 2018. Recalling firm: Freedman Seating Company; Freedman Go-Es Foldaway Seat — Seats.

What's the hazard

Freedman Seating Company (Freedman) is recalling certain 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.

What to do

Freedman will notify affected the vehicle builders, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.

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Recall details

Brand
FREEDMAN
Model
GO-ES FOLDAWAY SEAT
Manufacturer
Freedman Seating Company
Lot
FREEDMAN GO-ES FOLDAWAY SEAT
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Freedman Go-Es Foldaway Seat — Seats recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18E076000 on August 8, 2018. Reported hazard: Freedman Seating Company (Freedman) is recalling certain 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.

What should I do if I have this product?

Freedman will notify affected the vehicle builders, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact 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: GO-ES FOLDAWAY SEAT.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)