Adient, PLC: Safety Recalls in 2017

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Adient, PLC in 2017. See the detail of the recall below.

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July 10, 2017

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Seat Belt Buckle Stuck in the Locked Position

Adient plc (Adient) is recalling certain Recaro Commercial Bus Driver Seats, models Ergo R, Ergo D, AM71, AM72 and AM80. In the affected seats, the seat belt buckle may be stuck in the locked position, preventing the seat belt tongue from being able to be inserted and locked.

NHTSA ID: 17E035000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 7,021

Consequence Summary:

If the seat belt cannot be latched, the bus may be operated without the seat belt being used, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Adient will notify the bus manufacturers that purchased the seats with the defective seat belt buckles and will replace the buckle housings, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Adient at 1-734-254-5000.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 40.24

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