Recall 11V-606: 2009–2011 Utilimaster Aeromaster, 2011 Utilimaster Reach

UTILIMASTER CORPORATION recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Jan 3, 2012, covering about 9,861 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-606
Report date
Jan 3, 2012
Vehicles affected
9,861
Owners notified
Nov 16, 2012

The problem

Certain Utilimaster model year 2009 through 2011 Aeromaster and one model year 2011 Reach work trucks manufactured from September 1, 2009, through December 22, 2011, fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

The risk

Certain work trucks are not equipped with either a primary door latch system or a door latch system with a fully latched position and a door closure warning system as required by FMVSS 206. Without a door closure warning system, the driver may not be aware that the door is not fully latched. The door could partially open without warning and the driver may be at an increased risk of injuries in the event of a crash.

The fix

Utilimaster will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.

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.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerUTILIMASTER CORPORATION
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
Structure › Body › Door
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V606000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Utilimaster Aeromaster2009, 2010, 2011All years
Utilimaster Reach2011All 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 11V-606?

Certain Utilimaster model year 2009 through 2011 Aeromaster and one model year 2011 Reach work trucks manufactured from September 1, 2009, through December 22, 2011, fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

How is recall 11V-606 fixed?

Utilimaster will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may 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.