Seats may tilt rearward in a crash/fmvss 222
Defect Summary
Syntec seating solutions, llc (syntec) is recalling certain s3b track mounted seats in 30", 36", 39" and 45" widths, manufactured august 24, 2014, to october 23, 2015. in the event of a severe rear-end collision, the seats may tilt rearward. as such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a severe rear-end collision, the seats may tilt rearward and result in injuries to the passenger's knees and/or impede the exiting of the bus.
Corrective Action
Syntec will notify the manufacturer that purchased the seats, and dealers for that manufacturer will replace install a toe-clamp on the front feet of the s3b track mounted seats, free of charge. the recall began on january 21, 2016. owners may contact syntec customer service at 1-336-862-7509. syntec's number for this recall is tms100.
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FAQ: Recall 15E089000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15E089000?
NHTSA recall 15E089000 was issued by Syntec Seating Solutions, Llc on November 9, 2015. It addresses: Seats may tilt rearward in a crash/fmvss 222. The recall affects approximately 3,585 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Syntec Seating Solutions, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15E089000 or the manufacturer campaign number TMS100. 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.