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2012-2015 Spartan Gladiator and Spartan Metrostar recall: frame and members

Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall on August 25, 2015. It covers about 696 vehicles.

vehicles affected
696
reported
Aug 25, 2015
owners notified
Oct 31, 2016
related complaints
1

Structure: frame and members

What is wrong
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Gladiator and MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured March 4, 2013, to December 17, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front splay rails may crack.
Risk
If the front splay rails crack, they may separate, causing the cab to collapse when it is being raised, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.
Remedy
Spartan will replace the splay rails with new splay rails with certified welds, free of charge. An interim notification was mailed to owners on September 24, 2015. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑517‑543‑6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 15019.

Recall number 15V540000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about body problems.

Questions about recall 15V540000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2015 Spartan Gladiator and Spartan Metrostar frame and members?

Yes. Recall 15V540000, reported on August 25, 2015, covers about 696 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V540000?

Spartan will replace the splay rails with new splay rails with certified welds, free of charge. An interim notification was mailed to owners on September 24, 2015. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑517‑543‑6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 15019.

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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