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2019-2020 Spartan Gladiator and Spartan Metrostar recall: parking brake

Svi Trucks reported this safety recall on March 20, 2020. It covers about 4 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4
reported
Mar 20, 2020
owners notified
May 1, 2020

Parking brake

What is wrong
SVI Trucks is recalling certain 2019-2020 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar Emergency Response vehicles modified by SVI Trucks. The park brake control line may loosen and possibly come out the fitting while the vehicle is in motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk
If the air line comes out of the fitting while the vehicle is in motion, the park brake can inadvertently be applied and the vehicle could suddenly decelerate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
SVI dealers will inspect and properly tighten the park brake control line, free of charge. All of the vehicles will be repaired before being delivered to customers, free of charge. Owners may contact SVI dealers customer service at 1‑888‑784‑1112. SVI Truck's number for this recall is 20V138.

Recall number 20V163000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 20V163000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2020 Spartan Gladiator and Spartan Metrostar parking brake?

Yes. Recall 20V163000, reported on March 20, 2020, covers about 4 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V163000?

SVI dealers will inspect and properly tighten the park brake control line, free of charge. All of the vehicles will be repaired before being delivered to customers, free of charge. Owners may contact SVI dealers customer service at 1‑888‑784‑1112. SVI Truck's number for this recall is 20V138.

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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