Recall 16V639000

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Report Date
20160902
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety 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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2016 UTILIMASTER WALK-IN VAN

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.