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2003-2004 Spartan Mountain Master recall: pump

Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 10, 2003. It covers about 205 vehicles.

vehicles affected
205
reported
Dec 10, 2003
owners notified
Jan 13, 2004

Steering: hydraulic power assist: pump

What is wrong
On certain motorhomes, the angle of the hoses from the hydraulic pump could contact the positive stud on the starter.
Risk
This could result in close contact with the starter and cause ignition of hydraulic fluid.
Remedy
Dealers will replace on vehicles with cummins isl engines and 39mt delco starters at least one of the 45 degree fittings with a 90 degree fitting and also replace the hose assembly. On isl and isc engines with 42mt delco starter, dealers will change one fitting at the rear of the hydraulic pump and re-route a hose. Owner notification began january 13, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact spartan at 1‑517‑543‑6400.

Recall number 03V517000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V517000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Spartan Mountain Master pump?

Yes. Recall 03V517000, reported on December 10, 2003, covers about 205 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V517000?

Dealers will replace on vehicles with cummins isl engines and 39mt delco starters at least one of the 45 degree fittings with a 90 degree fitting and also replace the hose assembly. On isl and isc engines with 42mt delco starter, dealers will change one fitting at the rear of the hydraulic pump and re-route a hose. Owner notification began january 13, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact spartan at 1‑517‑543‑6400.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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