2019 Utilimaster Velocity Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 2019 Utilimaster Velocity problems

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Exterior lightingReported July 8, 2026 · 563 vehicles affected

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

Visibility: rearview mirrors/devicesReported February 18, 2019 · 5,855 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Fleet Services Truck Body and Velocity vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with ASA Electronics monitors for displaying the backup camera images, model number VOM74MMx. The affected monitors may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
Risk: If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn in the wrong direction, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay harness with a capacitor, free of charge. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑800‑543‑5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19002.

Recall number 19V104000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2019 Utilimaster Velocity reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2019 Utilimaster Velocity.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Utilimaster Velocity?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2019 Utilimaster Velocity have?

2 recalls, covering exterior lighting and visibility.

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