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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V492000

2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Van — Seat belts

Published August 8, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 7, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V492000, published August 8, 2017 and initiated August 7, 2017. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Van — Seat belts.

What's the hazard

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans. In the event of a crash, the seat belt D-ring mounting may detach, preventing the seat belt from restraining the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a seat belt mounting reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 17020.

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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 — Seat belts recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V492000 on August 8, 2017. Reported hazard: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans. In the event of a crash, the seat belt D-ring mounting may detach, preventing the seat belt from restraining the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.

What should I do if I have this product?

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a seat belt mounting reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 17020.

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.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)