Recall 19V145 covers 12 2018 Diamond Coach Pt 2000 and Mpv/Vtum buses with foldaway seats that unlock. Free repair at a franchised Diamond Coach dealer.
Diamond Coach is recalling 12 2018 Pt 2000 and Mpv/Vtum transit buses equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway seats because the seat cushion can fail to stay locked when moved from stowed to upright. In a crash or sudden stop, seat movement raises the occupant's injury risk; Diamond Coach dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The GO-ES Foldaway seat in the 2018 Diamond Coach Pt 2000 and Mpv/Vtum is built to fold away for access, then lock upright when it is returned for passenger use. Once locked, the seat back and belt anchor points are supposed to hold position under normal seating loads and during a crash or sudden stop.
On affected buses, the seat back frame weldment was built too narrow. That can deform the cushion dump mechanism, which is the latch system that lets the back cushion move and then hold its upright position. When the back cushion is rotated up from the stowed position, the latch can fail to fully engage, allowing the cushion to rotate past its intended position under load.
Owners or operators should hear an audible click when the mechanism locks. The handle should also rotate downward. If the click is missing or the handle does not move down, the seat has not fully locked.
Who's affected?
Both models are tied to the same seat assembly component.
| 2018 Diamond Coach Pt 2000 | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2018 Diamond Coach Transit Mpv/Vtum | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 12 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A foldaway seat that is not fully locked can let the seat back move in a crash, increasing the occupant's risk of injury. Listen for the mechanism click and check that the handle rotates down into the locked position before use. Schedule the inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Diamond Coach dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Diamond Coach Pt 2000 or Mpv/Vtum is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Diamond Coach dealer to schedule the free foldaway-seat inspection and repair that secures the seat back under load.
- Bring the recall notice if Diamond Coach has mailed one, or reference recall number 19V145 when you call.
- Avoid using the affected foldaway seat until the repair is complete.
- Call Diamond Coach customer service at 1-800-442-4645 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Diamond Coach technician inspects the Freedman foldaway seat and repairs it so the cushion locks in place when moved from the stowed position to upright. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, so the dealer repair is free. If you already paid for a repair tied to this recall, Freedman reimburses both parts and labor at no cost to the vehicle owner. Ask Diamond Coach customer service how to submit repair documentation for that claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 28, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 18, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 18, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 31, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 3, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V145?
Recall 19V145 covers 12 2018 Diamond Coach Pt 2000 and Mpv/Vtum transit buses with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. The foldaway seat cushion can fail to stay locked under crash or sudden-stop loads. Diamond Coach dealers will inspect and repair the seat for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Diamond Coach Pt 2000 or Mpv/Vtum is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 19V145. If it is, contact a Diamond Coach dealer or Diamond Coach customer service at 1-800-442-4645 to arrange the foldaway-seat inspection and repair. Reference recall number 19V145 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost. Diamond Coach dealers will inspect and repair the affected Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seat free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is occupant injury during a crash or sudden stop. If the foldaway seat cushion does not stay locked under load, the seat back can move and increase the risk of injury to the person sitting there.
When did the Diamond Coach seat recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on April 3, 2019. Diamond Coach notified owners, and the dealer remedy is available. If you own one of these buses now, check your VIN and contact Diamond Coach customer service at 1-800-442-4645 if you never received the original notice.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V145000 |
|---|---|
| Diamond Coach customer service | 1-800-442-4645 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V145 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V145000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →