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2013 Spartan Gladiator and Spartan Metrostar recall: sensor/control module-inactive

Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 26, 2013. It covers about 70 vehicles.

vehicles affected
70
reported
Jun 26, 2013
owners notified
Jul 19, 2013

Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive

What is wrong
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan Chassis) is recalling certain model year 2013 Metro Star and Gladiator emergency vehicles manufactured August 7, 2012, through June 6, 2013. Due to electrical signal fluctuations, the circuits in the restraints control module may become damaged. If damaged, the airbag or seat belt pretensioner may inadvertently deploy.
Risk
If the seatbelt pretensioner or the air bag inadvertently deploys while driving, it may result in personal injury or increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan Chassis will notify owners, and dealers will add a suppression device to reduce electrical signal fluctuations, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Chassis at 1‑517‑543‑6400.

Recall number 13V266000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V266000

Is there a recall on the 2013 Spartan Gladiator and Spartan Metrostar sensor/control module-inactive?

Yes. Recall 13V266000, reported on June 26, 2013, covers about 70 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V266000?

Spartan Chassis will notify owners, and dealers will add a suppression device to reduce electrical signal fluctuations, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Chassis 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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