Utilimaster Walk-in Van 1996

Model Walk-in Van made in 1996 by Utilimaster got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, power train and structure.

Model 1996

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
03V275000UTILIMASTER CORPORATION V (Vehicle)400110/01/2003MFRUTILIMASTER CORPORATION07/29/200307/31/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain walk-in vans, a fuse was installed by ford. however, utilimaster installed a wire. the fuse is not compatible with the wire gauge installed by utilimaster.
Consequence SummaryShould a failure occur in a vehicle component such as a fan, heated mirror and/or other ignition-hot option, the insulation around the wiring to the fan could melt.
Corrective SummaryOwners will be provided with a replacement fuse. owner notification began octoner 1, 2003. owners should contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE
96V190000UTILIMASTER CORPORATIONfrom 12/01/1987 to 02/28/1996V (Vehicle)70101/03/1997MFRUTILIMASTER CORPORATION10/04/199610/16/1996
Defect SummaryThese vehicles are missing a propshaft retainer strap. in the event of a driveline detachment, this strap prevents the driveline from contacting the ground.
Consequence SummaryIf a driveline should completely separate from the vehicle while it is in motion, the driveline can contact the ground resulting in a possible loss of control of the vehicle.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the vehicles and if necessary insall a propshaft retainer strap.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during october 1996. note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD
97V027000UTILIMASTER CORPORATIONfrom 01/22/1996 to 11/30/1996V (Vehicle)313206/18/1997MFRUTILIMASTER CORPORATION02/22/199703/03/1997
Defect SummaryWhen the vehicle is being driven, the force of the wind against the hood can force the hood behind the bumper allowing the hood to drop. this reduces the tension on the two rubber hold-downs which then become loose.
Consequence SummaryIf both tie downs come loose, the hood can separate during vehicle operation leading to a possible broken windshield and/or blocking of the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash..
Corrective SummaryDealers will add a metal bracket and a second bumper above and behind the original bumper so that the hood cannot be pushed or slip behind the original (bottom) bumper.
NotesOwner notification began june 18, 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.