Recall 17V460 affects 514 2015-2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles for a missing wiper motor ground wire. Repair is free at any franchised Utilimaster dealer.
Utilimaster is recalling 514 2015-2017 Aeromaster vehicles because the windshield wiper motor is missing a ground wire. The defect can interrupt wiper function, reducing driver visibility and increasing crash risk, and Utilimaster dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The windshield wiper motor on 2015-2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles drives the wiper arms across the glass. It needs a complete electrical circuit to run, including a ground wire that gives electricity a return path. When that circuit is complete, the motor keeps the wipers moving so the driver can clear rain, spray, or road grime from the windshield.
On affected Aeromaster vehicles, the wiper motor circuit is missing that ground wire. The issue is tied to vehicles built with a specific dash harness used with the wiper and headlamp harness. Without the ground path, the motor can lose electrical continuity and stop the windshield wipers from working intermittently. Adding the missing ground wire corrects the circuit.
What you notice is the wipers stopping with no advance warning. The windshield wiper motor can become inoperative without a warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
The recall spans the 2015, 2016, and 2017 Aeromaster model years, all tied to the same wiper system.
| 2015 Utilimaster Aeromaster | wiper system |
|---|---|
| 2016 Utilimaster Aeromaster | wiper system |
| 2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster | wiper system |
| Units affected | 514 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific van.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of windshield wiper function can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash. The wiper motor can stop working without warning, so treat any wiper failure as a reason to pull over safely and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Utilimaster dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Utilimaster dealer to schedule the free ground-wire repair that keeps the windshield wipers powered.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 17V460 when you call.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete, and avoid trips in rain or conditions that require steady wiper use.
- Call Utilimaster customer service at 1-800-582-3454 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Utilimaster technician adds the missing ground wire for the windshield wiper motor. That repair gives the wiper motor the ground connection it should have had, so the system is less likely to lose wiper function intermittently. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Tell the service desk about any wiper dropouts or intermittent operation when you schedule the visit.
Timeline
| July 20, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 2, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 2, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 17, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V460?
Recall 17V460 covers 514 2015-2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles missing a ground wire for the windshield wiper motor. The defect can cause intermittent loss of wiper function, reducing driver visibility and increasing crash risk. Utilimaster dealers add the ground wire for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V460. If it is, contact a franchised Utilimaster dealer to schedule the windshield wiper motor ground-wire repair. Reference recall number 17V460000 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and the remedy for recall 17V460000 says dealers will add a ground wire for the wiper motor free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility while driving. If the windshield wipers lose function during rain or road spray, the driver has less view of the road, increasing crash risk. The free dealer repair adds the missing ground wire for the wiper motor.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V460000 |
|---|---|
| Utilimaster customer service | 1-800-582-3454 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V460 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V460000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →