Safety Recall NHTSA · 22V417000 Reported June 13, 2022

Head restraint position incorrect/fmvss 202

Q: What is recall 22V417000?

NHTSA recall 22V417000 was issued by Shyft Group on June 13, 2022. It addresses: Head restraint position incorrect/fmvss 202. The recall affects approximately 5,551 vehicles , with the defect involving the Seats 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.

Shyft Group · Seats · 5,551 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

22V417000

Manufacturer Campaign

22-02

Manufacturer

Shyft Group

Component

Seats

Vehicles Affected

5,551

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

June 13, 2022

Completion Rate

100.00

Defect Summary

Shyft group (shyft group) is recalling certain 2021-2022 utilimaster walk-in vans. the headrest portion of the passenger-side jump seat may have been installed in an incorrect position. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 202, "head restraints."

Safety Consequence

An incorrectly positioned headrest can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action

Shyft group will install spacers, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on june 22, 2022. owners may contact shyft group's customer service at 1-800-237-7806. shyft group's number for this recall is 22-02.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference recall ID 22V417000 or campaign 22-02.
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 22V417000

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

What is recall 22V417000?

NHTSA recall 22V417000 was issued by Shyft Group on June 13, 2022. It addresses: Head restraint position incorrect/fmvss 202. The recall affects approximately 5,551 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V417000 or the manufacturer campaign number 22-02. 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.