Recall 13V147000 — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER Defect in 2013-2013 GMC SAVANA
RECALL This recall affects up to 885 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 13V147000 |
| Manufacturer | Explorer Van Company, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 885 |
| Component | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Remedy
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 number for this campaign is 2013-1.
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