2017 VANCRAFT SWB Complaints and Recall Information

The 2017 VANCRAFT SWB has 0 complaints and 18 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to rear bench seating system hardware failure, including seat belts and anchor bolts. No individual complaints have been submitted at this time.

There are 18 recalls for the 2017 VANCRAFT SWB, addressing defects primarily related to seat hardware and labeling. The recalls affect safety systems such as seating reinforcements, seat belt anchors, and occupant information labels.

• Rear bench seating hardware. Recall 24V855000 affects 255 vehicles. The reinforcement hardware, mounting hardware, and seat belt anchor bolts in the rear bench seating system may fail under load. This defect increases the risk of injury in a crash as the seat and seatbelt may not restrain occupants properly. Dealers will install new seat belt anchor hardware, flooring reinforcement, and reinforced bench seat bars free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024.
• Seat belt buckle assembly. Included under recall 24V855000 for 255 vehicles. The seat belt buckle assembly in the rear seating may fail due to defective hardware, raising injury risk during collisions. Free repairs involve replacement of affected hardware. Notices sent December 19, 2024.
• Occupant and cargo labels. Recall 24V854000 covers 224 vehicles. Certain units lack the Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity label and altered certification label, causing noncompliance with federal standards. The absence of these labels may lead to overloading and heightened crash risk. Vancraft will mail replacement labels at no cost. Owner letters were sent on December 19, 2024.

Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved issues related to these safety defects may want to learn about their rights under state lemon laws. Consulting with consumer protection resources could help clarify potential remedies.