NHTSA Recall 04V450000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
NATIONAL VAN BUILDERS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20 vehicles. It affects 2002–2004 National van Econoline.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V450000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | September 30, 2004 |
| Owner notification | September 23, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain vans built on ford econoline chassis and equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or national van builders at 1-800-527-7477.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
Vehicles covered by recall 04V450000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.