Frontrunner Bus Group: Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock (equipment Adaptive/mobility)
Recall Summary Frontrunner is recalling 2025 transit buses because the wheelchair restraint retractors may fail to lock, which could allow wheelchairs to move unsecured during transit. This poses a risk of injury to wheelchair users. Frontrunner will replace the faulty retractors at no cost, and owners will receive notification letters starting August 3, 2026.
- Recalling firm
- FRONTRUNNER BUS GROUP, INC.
- Product
- Component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Frontrunner Bus Group, Inc. (Frontrunner) is recalling certain 2025 Frontrunner transit buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
- Reason
- An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: Frontrunner will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Frontrunner's customer service at 1-800-886-9247.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-07-24
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/cab68edd-2ece-4bb2-8c2a-0e42e74b893d