Seat belts may not restrain occupant/fmvss 209
Defect Summary
Coach and equipment mfg corp. (coach and equipment) is recalling certain 2019-2020 phoenix mini-buses built on ford e series cutaway chassis and equipped with freedman seating company (fsc) pt foldaway and go-es 3-point foldaway seats. the seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that may not properly secure the occupant. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Coach and equipment will notify owners, and freedman will replace the retractors, free of charge. the recall began june 25, 2020. dealers can contact freedman seating company for parts and reimbursement information at 1-800-443-4540.
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FAQ: Recall 20V348000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V348000?
NHTSA recall 20V348000 was issued by Coach And Equipment Mfg. Corp. on June 12, 2020. It addresses: Seat belts may not restrain occupant/fmvss 209. The recall affects approximately 72 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Coach And Equipment Mfg. Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V348000 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.