Quality Van Ford Transit 350 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 4, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Quality Van Sales, Inc. recalls 2023 Quality Van Ford Transit 350

Recall number

24V749000

Brand / firm

Quality Van

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1 units

Why it was recalled

The seat back could release when force is applied to the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

What was recalled

Quality Van Sales, Inc. (Quality Van) is recalling one 2023 Ford Transit 350 vehicle, equipped with certain GO-ES Space Saver Foldaway Seats. The recliner mechanism may not engage when the seat back is fully reclined. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

What to do

Quality Van will work with the equipment manufacturer, Freedman, to inspect and repair the seats as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. The owner may contact Quality Van Sales Inc at 800-408-8550.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.