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1999 Spartan SB recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1999 Spartan SB, covering 1,087 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Fuel system, dieselReported February 28, 2005 · 84 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain spartan my 1998-2000 school and specialty buses equipped with cummins isb diesel engines. The fuel pump could fail to transfer fuel appropriately creating an engine stall condition.
Risk
Should the engine stall while the vehicle is in use, a possible vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy
Customers will be notified by cummins to bring their vehicles in to an authorized dealer to have the remedy done free of charge. For more information, customers may contact cummins at 1-800-diesels.

Recall number 05V063000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation componentsReported June 28, 2004 · 143 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain my 1999-2002 spartan summit motor homes, front engine school buses, and transit buses manufactured between february 25, 1999, and may 21, 2002, and equipped with dana front axle containing bosch hydraulic disc brakes with zero offset slide calipers (zops). Bosch has decided that the presence of corrosion in the vicinity of the caliper seal land can contribute to reduced piston mobility in some cases and lead to performance issues causing overheating.
Risk
Overheated brake components may not allow the drive to stop safely, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. This overheating could also result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Spartan will replace the brake calipers and pads. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact spartan at 1‑517‑543‑6400.

Recall number 04V311000 · Recall details

Steering: linkages: drag: link: connectionReported September 21, 2000 · 860 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motor homes, transit and school buses equipped with trw drag links. Each drag link assembly contains two 20-edl model ball socket assemblies. Certain of the ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket.
Risk
This can lead to premature wear with possible separation of the ball stud from the socket, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Spartan customers are being notified to contact trw for the free remedy repair.

Recall number 00V246207 · Recall details

Questions about the 1999 Spartan SB recalls

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No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1999 Spartan SB have?

3, covering fuel system, diesel, service brakes, hydraulic and steering.

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