Accubuilt Seats Recall 04V162000 (3 Vehicles)

The problem

Certain multi-passenger vans with one or more seats equipped with rear designated forward facing quick release seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "Seating systems."

The risk

These seats do not meet the requirements of the standard.

The fix

Dealers will modify the quick release frame system on these seats. Owner notification began april 12, 2004. Owners should contact accubuilt at 1-419-222-1501.

Contacts

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

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Accubuilt dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V162000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2003 Accubuilt Van	1	2	C
2004 Accubuilt Van	4	3	F

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2003 Accubuilt Van

2004 Accubuilt Van

Questions

Is the 04V162000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. ACCUBUILT, INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 04V162000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 04V162000 announced?

ACCUBUILT, INC. reported it to NHTSA on April 2, 2004. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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