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1999-2002 Spartan SB, Spartan Summit and others recall: foundation components

Spartan Chassis, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 28, 2004. It covers about 143 vehicles.

vehicles affected
143
reported
Jun 28, 2004
owners notified
Jan 24, 2005

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components

What is wrong
Certain my 1999-2002 spartan summit motor homes, front engine school buses, and transit buses manufactured between february 25, 1999, and may 21, 2002, and equipped with dana front axle containing bosch hydraulic disc brakes with zero offset slide calipers (zops). Bosch has decided that the presence of corrosion in the vicinity of the caliper seal land can contribute to reduced piston mobility in some cases and lead to performance issues causing overheating.
Risk
Overheated brake components may not allow the drive to stop safely, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. This overheating could also result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Spartan will replace the brake calipers and pads. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact spartan at 1‑517‑543‑6400.

Recall number 04V311000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 04V311000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2002 Spartan SB, Spartan Summit and others foundation components?

Yes. Recall 04V311000, reported on June 28, 2004, covers about 143 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V311000?

Spartan will replace the brake calipers and pads. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners 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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