Recall 19V332000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 19V332000. Component: SEATS. 90 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Defect Summary
Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. When the seat back cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Remedy
Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles has notified owners, and Freedman dealers have inspected and repaired the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles at 1-574-293-9191.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
| Make | Model | Year | VIN Lookup |
|---|---|---|---|
| FORD | TRANSIT | 2016 | Check VINs |
| FORD | TRANSIT | 2017 | Check VINs |
| FORD | TRANSIT | 2018 | Check VINs |
| RAM | PROMASTER | 2016 | Check VINs |
| RAM | PROMASTER | 2017 | Check VINs |
| RAM | PROMASTER | 2018 | Check VINs |
Other PRIME-TIME SPECIALTY VEHICLES Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent PRIME-TIME SPECIALTY VEHICLES Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V355000 | May 21, 2024 | SEATS | PRIME-TIME | 9 |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching FORD, RAM from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V165000 | Mar 18, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 254,640 |
| 26V157000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | VISIBILITY | 323 |
| 26V155000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2,422 |
| 26V159000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | SEAT BELTS | 561 |
| 26V158000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 7,105 |
| 26V119000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | POWER TRAIN | 11,431 |
| 26V118000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 316 |
| 26V117000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | VISIBILITY | 604,533 |
| 26V123000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 889,950 |
| 26V122000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 47,804 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.