2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Van — Seats: front assembly: recliner
Published September 2, 2016 · Recall initiated: September 2, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V639000, published September 2, 2016. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Van — Seats: front assembly: recliner.
What's the hazard
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans manufactured January 1, 2016, to August 24, 2016 and equipped with a reclining style seat. The driver's seat on the affected vehicles may recline unexpectedly.
What to do
Utilimaster will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat with a non-reclining one, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2016. Owners may contact Utilimaster customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 16023.
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Recall details
- Brand
- UTILIMASTER
- Model
- WALK-IN VAN
- Manufacturer
- Shyft Group
- Lot
- 2016 UTILIMASTER WALK-IN VAN
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Van — Seats: front assembly: recliner recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V639000 on September 2, 2016. Reported hazard: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans manufactured January 1, 2016, to August 24, 2016 and equipped with a reclining style seat. The driver's seat on the affected vehicles may recline unexpectedly.
What should I do if I have this product?
Utilimaster will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat with a non-reclining one, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2016. Owners may contact Utilimaster customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 16023.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: UTILIMASTER. Model: WALK-IN VAN.