NHTSA Recall 23V542000
Filed by Shyft Group. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2023-08-02. An estimated 560 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2023 Utilimaster Upfit vehicles. The battery cable connections for the electrical harness may be connected incorrectly, causing the circuit protection on the cables to be ineffective.
Risk
Without circuit protection, a short circuit on the negative cable can increase the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Service centers will install the cables and wires correctly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 23-02.
Manufacturer campaign number: 23-02
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.nhtsa.gov.