NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Utilimaster Velocity Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2021 Utilimaster Velocity has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Utilimaster dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 Utilimaster Velocity. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA #26V440000Reported July 8, 2026 · Shyft Group
Potentially affected: 563 vehicles
Defect description
Shyft Group (Shyft) is recalling certain 2016, 2019, and 2021 Utilimaster Velocity vehicles. Water may enter an improperly sealed strobe light and cause a short circuit.
Safety consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised to remove the control module for the strobe light. The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 17, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft's number for this recall is 26-06.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NHTSA #21V448000Reported June 14, 2021 · Shyft Group
Potentially affected: 80 vehicles
Defect description
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 consequence
Incorrect seating capacity information may cause the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
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