CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- Problem
- Shyft Group is recalling certain 2023 Utilimaster Upfit vehicles. The battery cable connections for the electrical harness may be connected incorrectly, causing the circuit protection on the cables to be ineffective.
- Risk
- Without circuit protection, a short circuit on the negative cable can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Service centers will install the cables and wires correctly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 23-02.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some 2023 vehicles may have battery cable connections in the electrical harness installed incorrectly. This can leave the circuit protection on the cables ineffective.
Without working circuit protection, a short circuit on the negative battery cable could cause a fire.
Service centers will correct the cable and wire installation free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. You can contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-237-7806, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Utilimaster Upfit | 2023 |
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