Seat belt may not properly restrain driver
Defect Summary
Johnson controls, inc. (johnson controls) is recalling certain recaro automotive seating ergo m bus driver seats manufactured from may 8, 2003, to january 13, 2015. the affected seats were manufactured in a way that the tether bar may push into the retractor panel door and potentially interfere with the seat belt locking mechanism.
Safety Consequence
If the seat belt locking mechanism does not function as intended, the bus driver may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Johnson controls has notified the affected vehicle manufacturers and will correct the orientation of the seat belt retractor and tether bar, free of charge. for more information, owners may contact johnson controls at 1-414-524-2397.
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FAQ: Recall 15E008000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15E008000?
NHTSA recall 15E008000 was issued by Adient, Plc on February 13, 2015. It addresses: Seat belt may not properly restrain driver. The recall affects approximately 618 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Adient, Plc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15E008000 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.