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- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Problem
- Shyft Group is recalling certain 2022 Utilimaster Walk-In vans. The transmission shifter cable may contact the exhaust manifold, causing the outer coating to melt and damaging the cable.
- Risk
- A melted outer coating may increase the risk of a fire. A damaged cable may prevent the transmission from shifting, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Shyft Group will reroute and secure the transmission shifter cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 7, 2022. Owners may contact Shyft Group's customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 22-11.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The transmission shifter cable on certain 2022 Utilimaster Walk-In vans may contact the exhaust manifold. Over time, heat can melt the cable's outer coating and damage the cable itself, which can prevent the transmission from shifting properly.
A melted coating may increase the risk of a fire, and a damaged cable may stop the transmission from shifting, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners should not ignore shifting problems or signs of melted or damaged cable coating.
The repair is free. Shyft Group will reroute and secure the transmission shifter cable at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 7, 2022. You can contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-237-7806 and reference recall number 22-11. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Utilimaster Walk-IN Van | 2022 |
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