Recall 13V371 covers 100 2008-2010 Tci DW6159RLSST and SC159DSFP600 school buses with flip-seat pinch points. C.E. White provides the free remedy.
Tci is recalling 100 2008-2010 DW6159RLSST and SC159DSFP600 school buses with C.E. White flip-seat systems installed in front of other passenger seats. A rear passenger's toes or foot can enter the lower frame area and be pinched when the flip seat is pushed down; Tci dealers will complete the repair free of charge once it is available.
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What's wrong?
The C.E. White-brand flip-seat system on the 2008-2010 Tci DW6159RLSST and SC159DSFP600 school buses is a folding passenger seat. It is used where the bus layout needs a seat that can fold up when the space is not occupied. A school bus seat also has to keep nearby passenger foot space clear and protected.
On affected buses, the problem is placement. The flip seat was installed in front of another passenger seat, which leaves the lower frame area close to the passenger sitting behind it. That rearward passenger can put toes or a foot into the lower frame area. When the seat area moves or the passenger shifts, the frame can pinch or crush the toes or foot.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the seat position and exposed lower frame area, not a noise, light, or change in how the bus drives.
Who's affected?
The DW6159RLSST covers the 2008 and 2009 model years, while SC159DSFP600 covers 2010; each is tied to the same seat assembly component.
| 2009 Tci DW6159RLSST | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2008 Tci DW6159RLSST | seat assembly |
| 2010 Tci SC159DSFP600 | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 100 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A passenger seated behind the Flip Seat can place toes or a foot into the seat's lower frame area. When someone sits on the Flip Seat and pushes the seat bottom down, that lower frame area can pinch the rear passenger's toes or foot. Keep feet clear of the seat frame and schedule the remedy. Repair will be free at any franchised Tci dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2010 Tci DW6159RLSST or SC159DSFP600 school bus is included in this recall.
- Call Tci at 1-845-988-2333 to ask for the free C.E. White flip-seat remedy.
- Reference recall number 13V371 when you call so Tci can match the bus to the seat recall.
- Keep passengers' feet clear of the lower flip-seat frame until the remedy is complete.
- Bring the owner notice Tci mailed after August 16, 2013, if you still have it.
What happens at the repair
For this recall, Tci notified owners and C.E. White Corporation works with owners to provide the remedy at no charge. The filing does not describe a dealer procedure in detail, so ask the Tci service contact what inspection or flip seat system work will be performed before the bus returns to service. Once the final repair is available, parts and labor are covered under the recall. The source does not give a repair time.
Timeline
| August 16, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 16, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V371?
Recall 13V371 covers 100 2008-2010 Tci DW6159RLSST and SC159DSFP600 school buses with C.E. White flip-seat systems installed in front of other passenger seats. A rear passenger's toes or foot can enter the lower seat frame and be pinched when the flip seat is pushed down.
What should I do if my 2008-2010 Tci DW6159RLSST or SC159DSFP600 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific school bus is included in recall 13V371. If it is, contact Tci at 1-845-988-2333 and reference recall 13V371. Tci and C.E. White Corporation will work with owners to provide the free remedy.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the recall remedy to be provided at no cost, and Tci's filing says C.E. White Corporation will work with owners to provide the remedy free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is a pinch point injury to a rear passenger's toes or foot. When the flip seat moves down into the sitting position, a foot placed in the lower frame area can be pinched by the seat structure.
When did the recall remedy begin?
The recall began on August 16, 2013. If your VIN is included and the school bus still has the affected flip-seat setup, contact Tci at 1-845-988-2333 and reference recall 13V371.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V371000 |
|---|---|
| Tci customer service | 1-845-988-2333 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V371 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V371000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →