Recall 17V-836: 2011–2016 Mobility Ventures MV-1

Mobility Ventures LLC recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Dec 20, 2017, covering about 5,207 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-836
Report date
Dec 20, 2017
Vehicles affected
5,207
Owners notified
Feb 14, 2018

The problem

Mobility Ventures LLC (Mobility Ventures) is recalling certain 2011-2016 MV-1 vehicles. During a hard rear impact, the driver's seat-height adjustment assembly may disengage from the seat track and the fore/aft seat adjuster may be released, potentially causing the seat to disengage from the seat track.

The risk

If the driver's seat partially of fully disengages from the seat track in a rear-end crash, they have an increased risk of injury.

The fix

Mobility Ventures will notify owners, and dealers will install a seat track reinforcement kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Mobility Ventures customer service at 1-877-681-3678. Mobility Ventures number for this recall is R1801.

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

ManufacturerMobility Ventures LLC
ComponentSeats
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V836000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mobility Ventures MV-12011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All 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 17V-836?

Mobility Ventures LLC (Mobility Ventures) is recalling certain 2011-2016 MV-1 vehicles. During a hard rear impact, the driver's seat-height adjustment assembly may disengage from the seat track and the fore/aft seat adjuster may be released, potentially causing the seat to disengage from the seat track.

How is recall 17V-836 fixed?

Mobility Ventures will notify owners, and dealers will install a seat track reinforcement kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Mobility Ventures customer service at 1-877-681-3678. Mobility Ventures number for this recall is R1801.

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.