Recall 24V849 covers 38 2002-2006 Vancraft Campervan vehicles with incorrect rear seat belt anchor hardware. Repair is free at any franchised Vancraft dealer.
Vancraft is recalling 38 2002-2006 Vancraft Campervan vehicles because the rear bench seats were built with incorrect seat belt anchor hardware. The hardware can fail in a crash, increasing injury risk, and Vancraft dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear bench seat belts in the 2002-2006 Vancraft Campervan are held to the vehicle by anchor hardware. That hardware includes bolts and washers that clamp the belt anchor to the seat or body structure, so the belt stays attached when it has to restrain a passenger.
On affected campervans, Vancraft used the wrong seat belt anchor bolts and related hardware for the rear bench seats. The issue is not the belt webbing or buckle itself. The problem is the attachment hardware behind it, which does not meet the required federal standard for seat belt assemblies. Vancraft traced the recall population through manufacturing records for campervan conversions built between 2017 and 2020.
There is no warning sign before failure. The hardware is hidden at the anchor point, so an owner will not see a dashboard light, belt symptom, or other clear signal before the seat belt anchorage fails to perform as designed.
Who's affected?
Spans five model years of the Vancraft Campervan, all tied to the same seat belt anchorage component.
| 2002 Vancraft Vancraft Campervan | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2003 Vancraft Vancraft Campervan | seat belt |
| 2004 Vancraft Vancraft Campervan | seat belt |
| 2005 Vancraft Vancraft Campervan | seat belt |
| 2006 Vancraft Vancraft Campervan | seat belt |
| Units affected | 38 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect seat belt anchor hardware can fail in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the seat belt anchor hardware replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Vancraft dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2002-2006 Vancraft Campervan is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Vancraft dealer to schedule the free rear-seat-belt anchor-hardware replacement that fixes the incorrect rear bench seat anchor hardware.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 24V849 when you call.
- Avoid using the rear bench seats until the seat belt anchor hardware is replaced.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Vancraft technician replaces the seat belt anchor hardware for the rear bench seats. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid out of pocket for related seat belt anchor hardware work before the recall notice, Vancraft's standard reimbursement plan gives owners a path to submit documented expenses. Bring repair records, invoices, and proof of payment to the service desk or contact Vancraft customer service about submitting the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 8, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 11, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| November 11, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 19, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 6, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V849?
Recall 24V849 covers 38 2002-2006 Vancraft Campervan vehicles with incorrect rear bench seat belt anchor hardware. The wrong hardware can fail during a crash, increasing injury risk. Vancraft dealers will replace the seat belt anchor hardware for free.
What should I do if my 2002-2006 Vancraft Campervan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific campervan is included in recall 24V849. If it is, contact a franchised Vancraft dealer or Vancraft customer service at 1-888-381-7333 to schedule the rear seat belt anchor hardware replacement. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Vancraft dealers will replace the rear bench seat belt anchor hardware free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is seat belt anchor hardware that can fail during a crash. If the rear bench seat belt anchor does not hold as designed, an occupant has a higher risk of injury. The fix is replacement hardware installed by a Vancraft dealer for free.
When were Vancraft owners notified?
Vancraft mailed owner notification letters on December 19, 2024. If you bought the campervan used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, then reference recall 24V849 when you contact Vancraft or the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V849000 |
|---|---|
| Vancraft customer service | 1-888-381-7333 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V849 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V849000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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