NHTSA Campaign 16V639000
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Issued by Spartan Motors USA · Reported Sep 2, 2016 · 151 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTILIMASTER | WALK-IN VAN | 2016 | 151 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V639000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.