Utilimaster Velocity Recall Issued for Exterior Lighting Issue
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Shyft Group is recalling certain 2016, 2019, and 2021 Utilimaster Velocity vehicles due to a potential fire risk from water entering the strobe light.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 5, 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 (Shyft) is recalling certain 2016, 2019, and 2021 Utilimaster Velocity vehicles. Water may enter an improperly sealed strobe light and cause a short circuit.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers certain 2016, 2019, and 2021 Utilimaster Velocity vehicles. A total of 1,689 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V440000 and Shyft's recall number is 26-06.
What You Should Do
Owners are advised to remove the control module for the strobe light. The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 17, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806.
Why This Matters
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V440000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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