Utilimaster Walk-in Van recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 2, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2016 Utilimaster Walk-in Van

Recall number

16V639000

Brand / firm

Utilimaster

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 151 units

Why it was recalled

Unexpected reclining of the driver's seat may affect the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the seat fails in a crash, the seat occupant would be at a greater risk of injury.

What was recalled

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans manufactured January 1, 2016, to August 24, 2016 and equipped with a reclining style seat. The driver's seat on the affected vehicles may recline unexpectedly.

What to do

Utilimaster will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat with a non-reclining one, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2016. Owners may contact Utilimaster customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 16023.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.