National Van Builders, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2018

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by National Van Builders, Inc. in 2018. See the detail of the recall below.

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November 6, 2018

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Seat Back may not Stay Upright/FMVSS 207

National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."

NHTSA ID: 18V782000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 475

Consequence Summary:

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

Corrective Action:

National Van will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact National Van customer service at 1-508-222-2272.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 1.47

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