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2013-2014 Spartan Gladiator recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 23, 2014. It covers about 9 vehicles.

vehicles affected
9
reported
Jun 23, 2014
owners notified
Jul 30, 2014

Fuel system, other: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Gladiator emergency vehicles manufactured October 22, 2012, to February 12, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a high pressure fuel fitting may make contact with the aluminum engine tunnel overlay causing the fitting to wear and possibly leak fuel.
Risk
If the fuel fitting leaks in the presence of an ignition source, there is an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new remote fuel filter mounting bracket to move the filter inboard, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑517‑543‑6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14009.

Recall number 14V359000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 14V359000

Is there a recall on the 2013-2014 Spartan Gladiator hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 14V359000, reported on June 23, 2014, covers about 9 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V359000?

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new remote fuel filter mounting bracket to move the filter inboard, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑517‑543‑6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14009.

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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