Shyft Group Recall for 2022 Utilimaster Aeromaster Vehicles
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Shyft Group is recalling 21 units of 2022 Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles due to incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating labels, which may lead to overloading and increased crash risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on May 4, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2022 Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles because the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, failing to comply with federal regulations under 49 CFR Part 567.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are 2022 Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles manufactured by Shyft Group, with a total of 21 units impacted. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V265000.
What You Should Do
Owners should wait for notification letters expected to be mailed on May 14, 2026. Contact Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806 to have new labels installed free of charge. Shyft's recall number for this issue is 26-03.
Why This Matters
An incorrect GVWR could lead to unintentional overloading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash and potential safety hazards.
Source
This recall information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Refer to NHTSA Campaign Number 26V265000 for details.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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