Safety Recall NHTSA · 19V252000 Reported March 28, 2019

Seat back may not stay upright

Q: What is recall 19V252000?

NHTSA recall 19V252000 was issued by Waldoch Crafts, Inc on March 28, 2019. It addresses: Seat back may not stay upright. The recall affects approximately 15 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Waldoch Crafts, Inc · N/A · 15 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

19V252000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Waldoch Crafts, Inc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

March 28, 2019

Completion Rate

100.00

Defect Summary

Waldoch crafts, inc. (waldoch) is recalling certain 2018 ford transit shuttle vans modified to be equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seats, part number 43705. when the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Waldoch will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. the recall began september 25, 2020. owners may contact waldoch customer service at 1-651-464-3215.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Waldoch Crafts, Inc dealer and reference recall ID 19V252000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 19V252000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 19V252000?

NHTSA recall 19V252000 was issued by Waldoch Crafts, Inc on March 28, 2019. It addresses: Seat back may not stay upright. The recall affects approximately 15 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Waldoch Crafts, Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V252000 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.