Recall 12V279000: 2010–2012 Spartan Gladiator

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 19, 2012
Vehicles affected
102
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Spartan is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 gladiator emergency rescue chassis manufactured from april 12, 2010, through june 5, 2012, equipped with a cummins isx 15l engine and fan clutch assembly. Sheering of the fasteners used to mount the fan clutch mounting bracket to the front of the engine may lead to separation of the cooling fan, fan clutch and mounting bracket.

The risk

If this occurs and cab is in the raised position, the separation could increase the risk of personal injury.

The fix

Spartan chassis will notify owners, and repair the vehicles. The recall began on august 10, 2012. Owners may contact spartan at 1-800-543-5008.

Notes

Spartan’s safety recall number is 12007.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V279000
Manufacturer campaign
12007
Manufacturer
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.
Owner letters
Aug 10, 2012
Components
Engine and engine cooling (Engine)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology