NHTSA recall 13V147000
Electrical System, Seats · Explorer Van Company, Inc.
Details
What's 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.
Why it matters: 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 1-800-926-7878. Explorer's…
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All model years NHTSA lists
2013 Chevrolet Express, 2013 Gmc Savana.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 13V147000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.