2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, Sprinter 2500 and 2007–2018 Ford Transit, F-250 recall: Seats
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V238000
- Reported
- March 26, 2019
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Vans USA, LLC
- Part
- Seats
- Vehicles affected
- About 12
What is wrong
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.
Safety 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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Ford F-250 (2007); Ford Transit (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018); Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 (2015); Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 (2015). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
What is 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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.