NHTSA vehicle safety data
2018 Coach And Equipment Metro Lite Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2018 Coach And Equipment Metro Lite has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Coach And Equipment dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Coach And Equipment Metro Lite. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SEATS
NHTSA #18V796000Reported November 12, 2018 · Coach and Equipment Mfg Corp.
Potentially affected: 864 vehicles
Defect description
Coach and Equipment Mfg Corp. (Coach and Equipment) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Coach and Equipment Phoenix and Metro lite transit buses, equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Safety consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Coach and Equipment has notified owners, and Freedman Seating will repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact Coach and Equipment customer service at 1-800-724-8464. Freedman's number for this recall is 18E-076.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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