NHTSA Recall 22V417000: Head restraint (seats)
Shyft Group reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,551 vehicles. It affects 2021–2022 Utilimaster Walk-In van.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V417000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22-02 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › HEAD RESTRAINT |
| Report received | June 13, 2022 |
| Owner notification | June 22, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Shyft Group (Shyft Group) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans. The headrest portion of the passenger-side jump seat may have been installed in an incorrect position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202, "Head Restraints."
Safety risk
An incorrectly positioned headrest can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Shyft Group will install spacers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2022. Owners may contact Shyft Group's customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 22-02.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V417000
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.