Recall 13V-147
Explorer Van Company, Inc. recalled the 2013 Chevrolet Express and 1 other model: Seats (front assembly, seat heater/cooler); Seats (front assembly, power adjust); Seats (front assembly, recliner); Electrical system (wiring).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V-147
- Reported
- April 17, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 885 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
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.
The 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-[removed]. Explorer's number for this campaign is 2013-1.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Express 2013
- GMC Savana 2013