2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Van recall: recliner
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall on September 2, 2016. It covers about 151 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 151
- reported
- Sep 2, 2016
- owners notified
- Oct 17, 2016
Seats: front assembly: recliner
- What is 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 16V639000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 16V639000
Is there a recall on the 2016 Utilimaster Walk-In Van recliner?
Yes. Recall 16V639000, reported on September 2, 2016, covers about 151 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V639000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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