NHTSA vehicle safety data

2022 Utilimaster Walk-In Van Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2022 Utilimaster Walk-In Van has 5 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 2022 Utilimaster Walk-In Van. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

NHTSA #22V833000

Reported November 10, 2022 · Shyft Group

Potentially affected: 34 vehicles

Defect description

Shyft Group (Shyft Group) is recalling certain 2022 Utilimaster Walk-In vans. The catalytic converter theft deterrent cover may contact and damage the hydraulic brake lines.

Safety consequence

Damaged brake lines may leak, causing a loss of brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Shyft Group will modify the cover to provide proper clearance and replace damaged brake lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in November 2022. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 22-15.

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.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

NHTSA #22V754000

Reported October 7, 2022 · Shyft Group

Potentially affected: 451 vehicles

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer 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.

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

NHTSA #22V417000

Reported June 13, 2022 · Shyft Group

Potentially affected: 5,551 vehicles

Defect description

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 consequence

An incorrectly positioned headrest can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

NHTSA #22V341000

Reported May 16, 2022 · Shyft Group

Potentially affected: 1,826 vehicles

Defect description

Shyft Group is recalling certain 2022 Utilimaster Walk-in vans. The tire size and tire pressures on the tire placard and certification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Safety consequence

Incorrect tire information may result in improperly inflated tires and overloading of the vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Shyft Group will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 20, 2022. Owners may contact Shyft Group's customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 22-01.

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.

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

NHTSA #21V551000

Reported July 21, 2021 · Shyft Group

Potentially affected: 76 vehicles

Defect description

Shyft Group is recalling certain 2021-2022 Utilimaster Walk-In vans. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.

Safety consequence

Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will mail owner letters on behalf of Shyft Group, and DTNA service facilities will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-17.

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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