Mobility Ventures Mv-1 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 20, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mobility Ventures LLC recalls 2011–2016 Mobility Ventures Mv-1

Recall number

17V836000

Brand / firm

Mobility Ventures

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,207 units

Why it was recalled

If the driver's seat partially of fully disengages from the seat track in a rear-end crash, they have an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Mobility Ventures LLC (Mobility Ventures) is recalling certain 2011-2016 MV-1 vehicles. During a hard rear impact, the driver's seat-height adjustment assembly may disengage from the seat track and the fore/aft seat adjuster may be released, potentially causing the seat to disengage from the seat track.

What to do

Mobility Ventures will notify owners, and dealers will install a seat track reinforcement kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Mobility Ventures customer service at 1-877-681-3678. Mobility Ventures number for this recall is R1801.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.