SeatsRecall 16V-224 · 2016 Elkhart ECE4
Forest River, Inc. recall 16V-224 covers 10 2016 Elkhart ECE4 for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on April 19, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q1) shows 0% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V224000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2016 Elkhart ECE4 transit buses manufactured January 13, 2016, to January 26, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The fix
Forest River will notify owners and dealers will replace the seats free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2016. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-264-5179. Forest River's number for this recall is 42-04162016-0177.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
0%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 13, 2016 to January 26, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.