FREEDMAN FREEDMAN GO-ES FOLDAWAY SEAT Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
FREEDMAN GO-ES FOLDAWAY SEAT
Brand
FREEDMAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Freedman Seating Company is recalling certain FREEDMAN GO-ES FOLDAWAY SEAT equipment due to seats issues. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Freedman Seating Company (Freedman) is recalling certain 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Freedman will notify affected the vehicle builders, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026