Heated seat cushion may overheat
Defect Summary
Walser asia pacific ltd. (walser) is recalling certain accessory auto xs heated car seat cushions, model number 16478, manufactured june 30, 2015, to august 30, 2015, and sold exclusively through aldi usa stores between december 20, 2015 and february 10. the seat covers may overheat causing the fabric to melt.
Safety Consequence
If the seat cover overheats melting the fabric, it can increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant or may result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Walser does not know the contact information for the purchasers of the heated seat covers. walser will work with the exclusive seller, aldi usa to issue a joint press release instructing owners to return the affected seat covers back to aldi for a refund. the recall began on february 11, 2016. owners may contact walser customer service at 1-800-222-0999.
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FAQ: Recall 16E015000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16E015000?
NHTSA recall 16E015000 was issued by Walser Asia Pacific Ltd. on February 26, 2016. It addresses: Heated seat cushion may overheat. The recall affects approximately 41,412 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Walser Asia Pacific Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16E015000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.