NHTSA Recall 13V147000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V147000; Date: Apr. 17, 2013
If the wires become lodged in the seat riser mechanism, they may become severed and potentially short circuit. A short circuit may result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Chevrolet Express; 2013 GMC Savana
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Explorer Van Company, Inc.
Affected Units:: 885
Recall Summary:
Explorer van company, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2013 explorer and explorer limited se vehicles built on GMC savana and Chevrolet express chassis, manufactured August 1, 2012, through April 9, 2013. The wiring harness that powers the seat adjuster and the seat heating circuit may not be properly secured. As a result, the harness may become lodged in the seat riser mechanism.
How to Fix:
Explorer van company will notify owners, and dealers will secure the seat wiring harness. Any damaged seat wiring harnesses will be replaced. These services will be completed free of charge. The recall began on may 10, 2013. Customers may contact explorer van company at 1-800-926-7878. Explorer's number for this campaign is 2013-1.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 10, 2013
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