Retrofitting an additional seat in your Bürstner can significantly improve your comfort. However, it is important to plan the process carefully and have the work carried out professionally. Here you can find out in detail what you should look out for.
Why does a retrofit make sense?
An additional seat offers more flexibility and increases comfort during your journey. It can be particularly advantageous if several people are travelling with you or if you have guests on the road. However, it is crucial that the retrofit is carried out safely and in accordance with the legal requirements.
Weight and uprating
Retrofitting a seat increases the weight of the motorhome by around 30 kilograms, mainly due to the seat belt system. If your motorhome exceeds the permitted laden weight, uprating may be necessary. The maximum permissible limit is officially raised, but this is only technically possible.
Realisation of the conversion
The conversion should only be carried out at the Bürstner factory to ensure that all parts are installed correctly and that legal safety is warranted.
Necessary entries and documents
The following steps are required to legally use the new seat while travelling:
- Certificate of no objection: A document issued by the manufacturer confirming the technical safety of the conversion.
- Test report from a technical testing organisation: A specialised inspector, e.g. from TÜV or DEKRA, checks the installation and issues a test report.
- Registration in the vehicle documents: After approval, you must have the changes registered at the registration office.
Safety rules at a glance
- Seats in the direction of travel: Only seats facing in the direction of travel may be retrofitted.
- Seat belts: Each seat must be equipped with an approved strap system.
- Befestigung: The seat must be firmly attached to the vehicle floor to ensure that it remains secure in the event of an accident.
⚠️ Safety instructions
Make sure that all conversions are carried out by a specialised company to ensure safety and legal compliance.
💡 Our tip
Arrange a consultation with your Bürstner contract partner who is very familiar with your specific vehicle model.
This website uses automatic translations. Please excuse any errors. In case of doubt, the original German version applies.