2016 Ram Promaster | 2017 Ram Promaster | 2018 Ram Promaster | 2018 Ford Transit | 2017 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit — Seats
Published April 30, 2019 · Recall initiated: March 1, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V332000, published April 30, 2019 and initiated March 1, 2019. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2016 Ram Promaster | 2017 Ram Promaster | 2018 Ram Promaster | 2018 Ford Transit | 2017 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit — Seats.
What's the hazard
Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. When the seat back cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
What to do
Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles has notified owners, and Freedman dealers have inspected and repaired the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles at 1-574-293-9191.
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Recall details
- Brand
- RAM
- Model
- PROMASTER
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2016 RAM PROMASTER | 2017 RAM PROMASTER | 2018 RAM PROMASTER | 2018 FORD TRANSIT | 2017 FORD TRANSIT | 2016 FORD TRANSIT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Ram Promaster | 2017 Ram Promaster | 2018 Ram Promaster | 2018 Ford Transit | 2017 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit — Seats recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V332000 on April 30, 2019. Reported hazard: Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. When the seat back cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
What should I do if I have this product?
Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles has notified owners, and Freedman dealers have inspected and repaired the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles at 1-574-293-9191.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: RAM. Model: PROMASTER.