Recall 19V247000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 19V247000. Component: SEATS. 4 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Defect Summary
Cabot Coach Builders, Inc. DBA Royale Limousine (Royale) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit-based mini-coaches equipped with Freedman GO-ES foldaway seats recalled under 18E-076. 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.
Remedy
Royale will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the seat. The recall began June 6, 2019. Owners may contact Royale customer service at 1-800-544-5587.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
| Make | Model | Year | VIN Lookup |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORD | TRANSIT | 2015 | Check VINs |
| FORD | TRANSIT | 2016 | Check VINs |
| FORD | TRANSIT | 2017 | Check VINs |
| FORD | TRANSIT | 2018 | Check VINs |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching FORD from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V165000 | Mar 18, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 254,640 |
| 26V157000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | VISIBILITY | 323 |
| 26V155000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2,422 |
| 26V159000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | SEAT BELTS | 561 |
| 26V158000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 7,105 |
| 26V119000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | POWER TRAIN | 11,431 |
| 26V118000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 316 |
| 26V117000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | VISIBILITY | 604,533 |
| 26V123000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 889,950 |
| 26V122000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 47,804 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.