Recall 12V579000: 2013 Spartan Force, 2012–2013 Spartan Gladiator, 2012–2013 Spartan Metrostar +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 10, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 36
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
The risk
If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.
Notes
Spartan's recall campaign number is 12016.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 Spartan Force
- 2012 Spartan Gladiator
- 2013 Spartan Gladiator
- 2012 Spartan Metrostar
- 2013 Spartan Metrostar
- 2013 Spartan Metrostar-X
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V579000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 12016
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Chassis, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jan 15, 2013
- Components
- Visibility/wiper (Visibility & Wipers)
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