NHTSA Recall 21V448000: Labels (equipment) and tires
Shyft Group reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 80 vehicles. It affects 2021 Utilimaster Velocity.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V448000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21-16 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS; TIRES |
| Report received | June 14, 2021 |
| Owner notification | June 17, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2021 Utilimaster Velocity vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information placard incorrectly states a seating capacity of one, although the actual seating capacity is two. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Safety risk
Incorrect seating capacity information may cause the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install new placards, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-16.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V448000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Utilimaster Velocity | 2021 |
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.