NHTSA Campaign 26V440000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Issued by Shyft Group · Reported Jul 8, 2026 · 563 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Shyft Group (Shyft) is recalling certain 2016, 2019, and 2021 Utilimaster Velocity vehicles. Water may enter an improperly sealed strobe light and cause a short circuit.

Consequence

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised to remove the control module for the strobe light. The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 17, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft's number for this recall is 26-06.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
UTILIMASTER VELOCITY 2016 563
UTILIMASTER VELOCITY 2019 563
UTILIMASTER VELOCITY 2021 563

Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V440000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.