The problem
The seat material used in the involved vehicles does not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 302, "Flammability of interior materials". The vehicles involved are equipped with passenger seats constructed with padding that will burn at a rate exceeding the standard limit of four inches per minute.
The fix
The dealer will replace the existing seatback and cushion with material which conforms to the standard.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trucks.System: interior; seat material.Consequences of defect: if the outer covering of the seat is torn, the paddingcould ignite upon contact with an open flame, a lit cigarette or cigar. Thiscould result in a fire and personal injury.
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 White Truck dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 80V013000.
- 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.