2008-2009 Spartan RMA 103, Spartan RMA 75 and others recall: equipment

Spartan Erv reported this safety recall on February 11, 2013. It covers about 20 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 20
reported: Feb 11, 2013
owners notified: Feb 25, 2013

Equipment

What is wrong: Spartan ERV is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 RMA 75, RMA 103, and TDA aerial fire apparatus manufactured from April 04, 2008, through April 13, 2010 and equipped with hydraulic extension and retraction cylinders produced by RamRod Industries. The cylinders on the affected vehicles may have welded rod eyes that were not properly heat treated during the manufacturing process.
Risk: An improperly manufactured rod eye end attachment may fracture or separate. In the event two affected cylinders are installed on the same aerial lift device, the aerial lift may retract without warning and cause severe injury and/or property damage.
Remedy: Spartan ERV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected cylinders, free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan ERV at 1‑800‑867‑6478, Option 2.

Recall number 13V049000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V049000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Spartan RMA 103, Spartan RMA 75 and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 13V049000, reported on February 11, 2013, covers about 20 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V049000?

Spartan ERV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected cylinders, free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan ERV at 1‑800‑867‑6478, Option 2.

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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