2011 Trans Tech DW6159FRLSST recalls and problems
The 2011 Trans Tech DW6159FRLSST has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Trans Tech dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2011 Trans Tech DW6159FRLSST vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2011 Trans Tech DW6159FRLSST recalls
Recall 14V-180: Seats, Seat Belts
Problem: Transportation Collaborative, Inc. (TCI) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Trans Tech Bus school buses manufactured January 10, 2011, through March 10, 2014, and equipped with 39" seats with or without 3-point seat belts. For the full list of the affected models, click on "Associated Documents" and then please click on "Associated Documents" and then "Noncompliance Notice(Part 573)." The affected buses have seats that may not remain properly anchored to the floor. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain anchored to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: TCI will notify owners and dealers will install additional mounts to secure the seats to the floor, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2014. Owners may contact TCI at 1-845-988-2333.
Recall 12V-007: Seats
Problem: Trans tech is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 school buses manufactured from may 2010 through july 2011equipped with a c. E. White seat cushion. The self-latching mechanism used to retain the seat cushion to the frame may not activate. Accordingly, these seats fail to conform to the with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Risk: If the seat cushion is not fully latched to the seat structure, it could flip up out of position in the event of a crash. This could increase the risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
Fix: Trans tech will notify owners, and dealers will repair the seats free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2012. Owners may contact trans tech at 1-845-988-0419.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Trans Tech DW6159FRLSST have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Trans Tech DW6159FRLSST: 14V-180 (seats, seat belts), 12V-007 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Trans Tech recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Trans Tech dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.