School bus seats/fmvss 222
Defect Summary
C. E. White is recalling certain bus seats sold and installed as original equipment for certain starcraft school buses. these seats fail to conform to the with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Safety Consequence
If the bus is struck from behind, the seat back may fail, increasing the risk of injury to the seat's occupant.
Corrective Action
C. E. White is working with starcraft to identify and notify owners of the affected buses. c. E. White will provide a repair kit along with repair instructions free of charge.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from C. E. White Company or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 11E049000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11E049000?
NHTSA recall 11E049000 was issued by C. E. White Company on November 15, 2011. It addresses: School bus seats/fmvss 222. The recall affects approximately 168 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized C. E. White Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11E049000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.