NHTSA recall 26V440000
Exterior lighting
Utilimaster Velocity
Reported Jul 8, 2026563 vehicles affectedShyft GroupMaker’s number 26-06Built Jun 16, 2025 – May 12, 2026
The defect
Shyft Group (Shyft) is recalling certain 2016, 2019, and 2021 Utilimaster Velocity vehicles. Water may enter an improperly sealed strobe light and cause a short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Owners are advised to remove the control module for the strobe light. The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 17, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft's number for this recall is 26-06.