Recall 03V-275: 1996–2001 Utilimaster Walk-In Van

UTILIMASTER CORPORATION recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 29, 2003, covering about 4,001 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-275
Report date
Jul 29, 2003
Vehicles affected
4,001
Owners notified
Oct 1, 2003

The problem

On certain walk-in vans, a fuse was installed by ford. However, utilimaster installed a wire. The fuse is not compatible with the wire gauge installed by utilimaster.

The risk

Should a failure occur in a vehicle component such as a fan, heated mirror and/or other ignition-hot option, the insulation around the wiring to the fan could melt.

The fix

Owners will be provided with a replacement fuse. Owner notification began octoner 1, 2003. Owners should contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerUTILIMASTER CORPORATION
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V275000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Utilimaster Walk-In Van1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-275?

On certain walk-in vans, a fuse was installed by ford. However, utilimaster installed a wire. The fuse is not compatible with the wire gauge installed by utilimaster.

How is recall 03V-275 fixed?

Owners will be provided with a replacement fuse. Owner notification began octoner 1, 2003. Owners should contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.