2019 Ram Promaster | 2019 Ford Transit | 2020 Ford Transit — Seat belts: front: retractor
Published April 20, 2020 · Recall initiated: April 20, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V222000, published April 20, 2020. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2019 Ram Promaster | 2019 Ford Transit | 2020 Ford Transit — Seat belts: front: retractor.
What's the hazard
TransitWorks is recalling certain Driverge vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit vans equipped with Freedman Seating Company (FSC) PT Foldaway and GO-ES 3-point Foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that may not properly secure the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
What to do
TransitWorks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2020. Dealers can contact Freedman Seating Company for parts and reimbursement information at 1-800-443-4540.
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Recall details
- Brand
- RAM
- Model
- PROMASTER
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2019 RAM PROMASTER | 2019 FORD TRANSIT | 2020 FORD TRANSIT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Ram Promaster | 2019 Ford Transit | 2020 Ford Transit — Seat belts: front: retractor recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V222000 on April 20, 2020. Reported hazard: TransitWorks is recalling certain Driverge vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit vans equipped with Freedman Seating Company (FSC) PT Foldaway and GO-ES 3-point Foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that may not properly secure the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
What should I do if I have this product?
TransitWorks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2020. Dealers can contact Freedman Seating Company for parts and reimbursement information at 1-800-443-4540.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: RAM. Model: PROMASTER.