Vancraft Lwb recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 8, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Vancraft LLC recalls 2014–2024 Vancraft — 6 models

Recall number

24V855000

Brand / firm

Vancraft

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 255 units

Why it was recalled

Hardware failure may prevent the seat and/or seatbelt from adequately restraining an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

What was recalled

VANCRAFT LLC (VanCraft) is recalling certain 2014-2023 SWB, LWB, 2023 LWB Pro, 2023-2024 Rover, Rover XL and Alltrek campervans. The reinforcement hardware, mounting hardware, and seat belt anchor bolts in the rear bench seating system may fail under load. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

What to do

Dealers will install new seat belt anchor hardware, flooring reinforcement, and reinforced bench seat bars, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact Vancraft customer service at 1-888-381-7333.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.