NHTSA Recall 04V589000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
ACCUBUILT, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 501 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ford E-250.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V589000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | December 15, 2004 |
| Owner notification | August 23, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain vans built on ford e250/e350 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 accubuilt at 419-222-1501.
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 covered by recall 04V589000
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.