Seat belt retractor may lock/fmvss 208 and 209
Defect Summary
Freedman seating company (freedman) is recalling certain go-es double flipseat, part number 46183, and go-es double rigid seat, part number 92585 passenger seats. the seat belt retractor may lock when the vehicle is on an incline. as such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards numbers 208, "occupant crash protection" and 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
A passenger may remove their seat belt when the retractor locks, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Freedman will provide inspection and repair instructions, free of charge. notification letters were mailed on june 15, 2021. owners may contact freedman customer service at 800-443-4540.
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FAQ: Recall 21E046000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21E046000?
NHTSA recall 21E046000 was issued by Freedman Seating Company on May 13, 2021. It addresses: Seat belt retractor may lock/fmvss 208 and 209. The recall affects approximately 400 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freedman Seating Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21E046000 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.