Utilimaster Truck Body recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 16, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2020–2021 Utilimaster Truck Body

Recall number

20V216000

Brand / firm

Utilimaster

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 50 units

Why it was recalled

The incorrectly positioned license plate lamp may cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 FLT Utilimaster Truck Body vehicles. The license plate lamp may be installed in the incorrect position and at an incorrect angle, causing the plate to not be properly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and will replace the license plate lamp, free of charge. The recall began May 5, 2020. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 20-05.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.