1993-1998 Spartan Diamond, Spartan Gladiator and others recall: suspension

Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 6, 1998. It covers about 39 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 39
reported: Nov 6, 1998
owners notified: Aug 16, 1999

Suspension

What is wrong: Vehicle description: fire trucks. If the driver accelerates in a turn above 20 MPH forward speed, the lock pin is actuated and causes the axle to resist returning to the straight ahead position after the turn is completed because the lock pin is binding on the clamp plate surface.
Risk: Engaging the lock pin in the lcmp plate hole at high forward speeds causes excessive wear in the lock pin and/or the clamp plate hole. Lane changes and other vehicle maneuvers will greatly increase contact frequency and causes wear, increasing the risk of loss of vehicle control.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tag axles on these fire trucks.

Recall number 98V286000

Affected vehicles

Spartan Diamond 1994-1996 1994 1995 1996
Spartan Gladiator 1994-1998 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998
Spartan Low Profile Gladiator 1994-1997 1994 1995 1996 1997
Spartan Metrostar 1993-1997 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997
Spartan Monarch 1995 1995

Questions about recall 98V286000

Is there a recall on the 1993-1998 Spartan Diamond, Spartan Gladiator and others suspension?

Yes. Recall 98V286000, reported on November 6, 1998, covers about 39 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V286000?

Dealers will replace the tag axles on these fire trucks.

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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