Winnebago Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Metro Link transit buses
— Recall Campaign #15V363000
Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Metro Link transit buses manufactured December 20, 2013, to April 9, 2015. The affected buses may have been built without shims and flat washers on the seat pedestal, allowing the seat to detach from the floor in the event of a crash.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 48 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V363000
| Manufacturer: | Winnebago Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 10, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V363000 |
| Units affected: | 48 |
- Description:
- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Metro Link transit buses manufactured December 20, 2013, to April 9, 2015. The affected buses may have been built without shims and flat washers on the seat pedestal, allowing the seat to detach from the floor in the event of a crash.
- Consequeces:
- If the seat detaches from the floor during a vehicle crash, the seat occupant would be at an increased risk of personal injury.
- Corrective action:
- Winnebago will work with Metro Worldwide, the transit bus distributor, to notify owners and remedy the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2015. Owners may contact Metro Worldwide customer service at 1-641-903-7377. Winnebago's number for this recall is 132.
- Notes:
- 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.