Shoulder seat belt d-ring may detach in a crash
Defect Summary
Hickory springs manufacturing company (hsm) is recalling certain qs11, qscr11, qsj11 and davenport school bus seats that include three-point lap/shoulder seat belts. these seats may have a loose or missing d-ring mounting nut, allowing the shoulder belt d-ring to detach in a crash.
Safety Consequence
A loose shoulder belt d-ring may prevent the seat belt from adequately restraining the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Hsm has notified the bus manufacturer that purchased the affected seats and an hsm field service technician will inspect the school buses that have the subject seats, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on march 30, 2017. owners may contact hsm customer service at 1-800-438-5341.
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FAQ: Recall 17E019000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17E019000?
NHTSA recall 17E019000 was issued by Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company on March 21, 2017. It addresses: Shoulder seat belt d-ring may detach in a crash. The recall affects approximately 1,549 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17E019000 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.