Utilimaster recall: Structure
What is wrong
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2020-2021 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans. The fasteners that attach the shock mount bracket to the underside of the vehicle frame may fail, possibly resulting in a broken shock mount bracket and bumper detachment.
What could happen
The bumper could fall off when it is utilized by a person as a step, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Shyft Group will replace the fasteners that attach the shock mount bracket to the underside of the vehicle frame, install a spacer, and inspect and replace, as necessary, the shock mount bracket. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 6, 2021. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-19.
Vehicles covered
- Utilimaster Walk-In Van 2020–2021
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 21V572000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Shyft Group
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jul 27, 2021
- Owners notified
- Oct 15, 2021
- Vehicles or items affected
- 4,885
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Structure › Body › Bumpers; Structure › Frame and members
- Maker's own recall number
- 21-19
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Utilimaster recall: Seats Nov 18, 2022
- Utilimaster recall: Structure Nov 18, 2022
- Utilimaster recall: Engine and engine cooling Nov 10, 2022
- Utilimaster recall: Power train Oct 7, 2022
- Utilimaster recall: Seats Jun 13, 2022
- Utilimaster recall: Equipment May 16, 2022
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.