Recall 19V238000: 2007 Ford F-250, 2015–2018 Ford Transit, 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 +3 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 26, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 12
- Models
- 6
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit Van, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2007 Ford F-250-based shuttle vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-3S foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Vantage has notified owners, instructing them to contact Freedman for a repair kit, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2007 Ford F-250
- 2015 Ford Transit
- 2016 Ford Transit
- 2017 Ford Transit
- 2018 Ford Transit
- 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 2500
- 2015 Freightliner Sprinter 3500
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
- 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V238000
- Manufacturer
- Vantage Mobility International, LLC
- Owner letters
- Mar 25, 2019
- Components
- Seats (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology