Recall 25V447 affects 150 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles for a parking-brake caliper-spacer defect. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Arc dealer.
Blue Arc is recalling 150 2024-2025 BA4L-800 vehicles because the brake caliper spacer can leave too much air gap at the caliper. That gap can keep the parking brake from engaging, allowing the vehicle to roll away and increasing crash risk; Blue Arc dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake caliper on the 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 is the assembly that clamps the brake pads when the brake system applies force. In this recall, the issue is tied to the parking brake caliper supplied by Akebono, the part that helps hold the vehicle when the parking brake is set.
On affected vehicles, a sub-supplier used a spacer inside the caliper that is larger than required. That oversized spacer leaves too much air gap in the caliper assembly, so the caliper does not sit with the intended clearance. The repair uses brake calipers with the correct spacer size.
The driver should see a diagnostic code on the instrument cluster panel if the condition is detected. Treat that warning as a reason to contact a Blue Arc dealer and have the parking brake caliper checked under recall 25V447.
Who's affected?
The included 2024 and 2025 BA4L-800 vehicles use the same brake caliper assembly tied to the parking-brake issue.
| 2024 Blue Arc BA4L-800 | Parking brake |
|---|---|
| 2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 | Parking brake |
| Units affected | 150 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A brake caliper with an increased air gap can keep the parking brake from engaging properly, allowing the vehicle to roll away and increasing crash risk. The instrument cluster diagnostic code is the warning sign; treat it as a reason to call the dealer and schedule the repair. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Arc dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Blue Arc dealer to schedule the free brake-caliper replacement that fixes the parking-brake air gap.
- Bring the recall notice if Blue Arc has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V447 when you call.
- Avoid relying on the parking brake alone until the repair is complete, because the vehicle can roll away if the brake does not engage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Blue Arc technician replaces the brake calipers covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid for this issue are handled through the original vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, since the affected vehicles are still within the warranty period. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork for the brake caliper issue.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| July 2, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V447?
Recall 25V447 covers 150 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles with a parking-brake caliper spacer that is too large. The added air gap can keep the parking brake from holding, creating rollaway risk. Shyft will replace the brake calipers for free.
What should I do if my 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V447. If it is, contact Blue Arc service or Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806 to arrange the brake-caliper replacement. Reference Shyft recall number 25-17 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Shyft will replace the affected brake calipers free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle rollaway. An oversized brake-caliper spacer creates too much air gap, which can prevent the parking brake from engaging correctly. If the parking brake does not hold, the vehicle can move unexpectedly and increase crash risk.
What if I bought my Blue Arc BA4L-800 used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific BA4L-800 is included, then contact Blue Arc service or Shyft customer service with recall number 25V447 or Shyft number 25-17.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V447000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Arc customer service | 1-800-237-7806 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V447 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V447000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →