Utilimaster Recall 20V641000: Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Foundation Components, Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
NHTSA recall 20V641000 · announced October 16, 2020 · filed by Shyft Group · 323 units affected
The problem
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2021 Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles built on Ford E-450 chassis. The body mount bracket may chafe the brake lines, eventually rubbing through the brake lines.
The risk
If the bracket rubs through the brake lines, braking ability may be negatively affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Shyft Group has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the brake line and body mount brackets for adequate clearance, depending on the revision level of body mount bracket installed on the vehicle, a new bracket may need to be installed, free of charge. Any damaged brake lines would be replaced. The recall began October 16, 2020. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 20-10.
Official NHTSA recall notice →
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.
Vehicles covered by this recall
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.