Seat belt mounting studs have inadequate padding
Defect Summary
Hickory springs manufacturing company (hsm) is recalling certain ce white convertible school bus seats, qs11 series. these seats were manufactured with integral d-ring mounting studs that may have inadequate padding between the occupant and the d-ring mounting stud.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a rear end collision, the seat occupant's head may contact the d-ring mounting stud, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Hsm will notify the bus manufacturers that purchased the seats and dealers for those manufacturers will add the proper padding, free of charge. the recall began on august 17, 2017. owners may contact hsm customer service at 1-800-438-5341.
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FAQ: Recall 17E045000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17E045000?
NHTSA recall 17E045000 was issued by Hickory Springs Manufacturing Company on August 8, 2017. It addresses: Seat belt mounting studs have inadequate padding. The recall affects approximately 6,052 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 17E045000 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.