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A&J Vans Ford Transit Recall 24V552: Seat Back May Release in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk

NHTSA campaign 24V552, reported July 24, 2024, 6 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The recliner mechanism on certain GO-ES Space Saver Foldaway Seats may not engage when the seat back is fully reclined. As a result, the seat back could release when force is applied to the shoulder belt.

If the seat back releases during a crash, the risk of injury increases. Owners of affected vehicles should take this seriously and arrange the repair promptly.

A&J Vans will inspect and repair the seats as necessary, free of charge. Owners can contact A&J customer service at 920-775-9333. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V552A&J Vans Inc
Component
SEATS
Problem
A&J Vans Inc (A&J) is recalling certain 2024 Ford Transit vehicles, equipped with certain GO-ES Space Saver Foldaway Seats. The recliner mechanism may not engage when the seat back is fully reclined.
Risk
The seat back could release when force is applied to the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
A&J will inspect and repair the seats as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact A&J customer service at 920-775-9333.
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.

Affected vehicles

A&J Vans Ford Transit2023