New flyer/isringhausen/seats
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: buses equipped with isringhausen seats in the driver position. two welds located on the back rest adjustment side of the seat frame did not meet the manufacturer's specifications.
Safety Consequence
If these welds were not to specification, back rest loads could cause the welds to fail. the back rest would disengage from the seat frame allowing loss of support to the driver's torso and possibly causing loss of control of the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Isringhausen is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. dealers will inspect these seats and replace the seat frame assembly.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from New Flyer Of America, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 96V178009
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 96V178009?
NHTSA recall 96V178009 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on February 6, 1997. It addresses: New flyer/isringhausen/seats. The recall affects approximately 52 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized New Flyer Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 96V178009 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.