Flip seat/possible toe or foot pinch
Defect Summary
C. E. White is recalling certain flip seat model quasi static "qsj11" (30", 36", 39" and 45"), flip seat model student safety seat "sssj" (30", 36", 39" and 45"), and flip seat model school bus seat "sbj" (30", 36", 39" and 45") shipped between the dates of september 12, 2005, and january 31, 2013, to various school bus manufacturers to be installed as original equipment.
Safety Consequence
When a flip seat is installed in front of another passenger seat, it is possible for the occupant of the rearward passenger seat to insert their toes and/or foot into the lower frame area of the flip seat. when a vehicle passenger occupies the flip seat, pushing the seat bottom downward to the horizontal position to sit in the seat, the occupant of the rearward seat could suffer a pinch point injury to their toes and/or foot.
Corrective Action
C. E. White will work closely with the school bus manufacturers to identify and notify the school bus owners of the safety recall. the school bus manufacturers will install a safety guard to cover the gap in the lower frame of the flip seat. a notification schedule for this campaign has not yet been established. owners should contact their vehicle manufacturer or c. E. White at 1-419-492-2157 for more information.
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FAQ: Recall 13E020000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13E020000?
NHTSA recall 13E020000 was issued by C. E. White Company on April 23, 2013. It addresses: Flip seat/possible toe or foot pinch. The recall affects approximately 925 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 13E020000 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.