UTILIMASTER WALK IN VAN 2017: SEAT BELTS
| Make : UTILIMASTER | Model : WALK IN VAN | Year : 2017 |
| Build Dates : 2014-03-28 - 2016-10-24 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V492000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2017-09-18 | Date Received by ODI: 2017-08-07 | Date Added to Database: 2017-08-08 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Shyft Group | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 17020 | ||
| Component: SEAT BELTS | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 190 | ||
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Summary:
Spartan Motors USA "Spartan" is recalling certain 2014-2017 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans. In the event of a crash, the seat belt D-ring mounting may detach, preventing the seat belt from restraining the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard "FMVSS" number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages." |
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Consequence:
A seat belt that does not keep the seat occupant restrained increases the risk of injury. |
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Remedy:
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a seat belt mounting reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 17020. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 210 | |
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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.safercar.gov. |
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