Defect summary
MACVAD Limited (MACVAD) is recalling certain accessory Auto XS Heated Seat Covers, part number 44322, manufactured August 1, 2014, to September 1, 2014. The seat covers may overheat causing the fabric to melt.
Consequence
If the seat cover overheats melting the fabric, it can increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant or may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
MACVAD will refund the full amount of the original purchase price. The recall began on July 17, 2015. Owners may contact MACVAD customer service at 1-800-685-5053.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 15E044000. Text as published by NHTSA.