NHTSA Recall 13V147000: Seat heater/cooler (seats) and 3 other components
Explorer Van Company, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 885 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Express.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V147000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2013-1 |
| Components | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › SEAT HEATER/COOLER; SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › POWER ADJUST; SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | April 17, 2013 |
| Owner notification | May 10, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Explorer Van Company, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer and Explorer Limited SE vehicles built on GMC Savana and Chevrolet Express chassis, manufactured August 1, 2012, through April 9, 2013. The wiring harness that powers the seat adjuster and the seat heating circuit may not be properly secured. As a result, the harness may become lodged in the seat riser mechanism.
Safety risk
If the wires become lodged in the seat riser mechanism, they may become severed and potentially short circuit. A short circuit may result in a fire.
Remedy
Explorer Van Company will notify owners, and dealers will secure the seat wiring harness. Any damaged seat wiring harnesses will be replaced. These services will be completed free of charge. The recall began on May 10, 2013. Customers may contact Explorer Van Company at 1-800-926-7878. Explorer's number for this campaign is 2013-1.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V147000
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.