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1996 Utilimaster Walk-IN Van recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1996 Utilimaster Walk-IN Van. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1996 Utilimaster Walk-IN Van recalls, newest first

June 6, 2018NHTSA 18V3770003,194 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Retractor

Summary
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 1991-2018 Utilimaster Aeromaster and Walk-In Vans. These vehicles were manufactured with front seat belts that do not have an emergency locking seat belt retractor or automatic locking seat belt retractor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
Without retractors, the seat belts may not accommodate different size occupants, therefore the occupants may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners and will install seat belts with retractors, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 18019.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 29, 2003NHTSA 03V2750004,001 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

Summary
On certain walk-in vans, a fuse was installed by Ford. However, utilimaster installed a wire. The fuse is not compatible with the wire gauge installed by utilimaster.
Consequence
Should a failure occur in a vehicle component such as a fan, heated mirror and/or other ignition-hot option, the insulation around the wiring to the fan could melt.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with a replacement fuse. Owner notification began octoner 1, 2003. Owners should contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 22, 1997NHTSA 97V0270003,132 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Hood

Summary
When the vehicle is being driven, the force of the wind against the hood can force the hood behind the bumper allowing the hood to drop. This reduces the tension on the two rubber hold-downs which then become loose.
Consequence
If both tie downs come loose, the hood can separate during vehicle operation leading to a possible broken windshield and/or blocking of the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash..
Remedy
Dealers will add a metal bracket and a second bumper above and behind the original bumper so that the hood cannot be pushed or slip behind the original (bottom) bumper.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 4, 1996NHTSA 96V190000701 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Driveline

Summary
These vehicles are missing a propshaft retainer strap. In the event of a driveline detachment, this strap prevents the driveline from contacting the ground.
Consequence
If a driveline should completely separate from the vehicle while it is in motion, the driveline can contact the ground resulting in a possible loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if necessary insall a propshaft retainer strap.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1996 Utilimaster Walk-IN Van were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1996 Utilimaster Walk-IN Van have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seat belts, electrical system, structure, power train. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1996 Utilimaster Walk-IN Van recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Utilimaster dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1996 Utilimaster Walk-IN Van?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.