26V440Vehicle
Shyft Group recall 26V440
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Shyft Group
- Units affected
- 563
- Recall opened
- —
- Report date
- Jul 8, 2026
- Manufacturer campaign
- 26-06
- Type
- Vehicle
Affected vehicles (1)
- UTILIMASTER VELOCITY2016–2021
Component / system
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect
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.
Risk / consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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. Shyft's number for this recall is 26-06.
Source: NHTSA campaign 26V440000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.