Wheelchair restraints/securement: critical fastenersRecall 26V-482 · 2025 Frontrunner Frontrunner
FRONTRUNNER BUS GROUP, INC. recall 26V-482 covers 24 2025 Frontrunner Frontrunner for a wheelchair restraints/securement: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on July 24, 2026.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V482000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Frontrunner Bus Group, Inc. (Frontrunner) is recalling certain 2025 Frontrunner transit buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
The risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Frontrunner will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Frontrunner's customer service at 1-800-886-9247.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 2, 2026 to May 29, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.