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NHTSA 04V162📅 Apr 20, 2004

2003–2004 Accubuilt VAN recall: seats

⚠️ What's wrong

Certain multi-passenger vans with one or more seats equipped with rear designated forward facing quick release seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems."

💥 The risk

These seats do not meet the requirements of the standard.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will modify the quick release frame system on these seats. Owner notification began april 12, 2004. Owners should contact accubuilt at 1-419-222-1501.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V162000
Manufacturer
ACCUBUILT, INC.
Vehicles affected
3
Component
SEATS
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 12, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V162 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V162?

2003–2004 Accubuilt VAN. 3 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Accubuilt dealer to book the free repair.