2016 Utilimaster Truck Body recalls and problems
The 2016 Utilimaster Truck Body has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Utilimaster dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2016 Utilimaster Truck Body vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2016 Utilimaster Truck Body recalls
Recall 25V-452: Exterior Lighting, Electrical System
Problem: Shyft Group (Shyft) is recalling certain 2015-2025 Utilimaster Truck Body vehicles. The signal converter may fail, which can cause the brake lights and turn signals to become inoperative.
Risk: Inoperative turn signals and brake lights can fail to alert other road users to the driver's intentions to turn or stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Shyft will inspect and repair the signal converter connecters as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2025. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft's number for this recall is 25-16.
Recall 17V-524: Equipment
Problem: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2016 Utilimaster Truck Body vehicles. The rear tire pressure information printed on the label is less than the required tire pressure for the weight rating of the vehicle.
Risk: The incorrect tire pressure information may cause the operator to under inflate the tires, possibly causing a tire blow out and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Spartan will notify owners and will provide a corrected tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 17022.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Utilimaster Truck Body have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Utilimaster Truck Body: 25V-452 (exterior lighting, electrical system), 17V-524 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Utilimaster recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Utilimaster dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.