The worst 2016 Utilimaster Velocity problems
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Recalls 1
Exterior lighting
- What is 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 26V440000 · Recall details
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Questions about the 2016 Utilimaster Velocity
Is the 2016 Utilimaster Velocity reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2016 Utilimaster Velocity.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Utilimaster Velocity?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2016 Utilimaster Velocity have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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