Recall 13V049000: 2008–2009 Spartan RMA 103, 2008–2009 Spartan RMA 75, 2008–2009 Spartan TDA
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 11, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 20
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Spartan ERV is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 RMA 75, RMA 103, and TDA aerial fire apparatus manufactured from April 04, 2008, through April 13, 2010 and equipped with hydraulic extension and retraction cylinders produced by RamRod Industries. The cylinders on the affected vehicles may have welded rod eyes that were not properly heat treated during the manufacturing process.
The risk
An improperly manufactured rod eye end attachment may fracture or separate. In the event two affected cylinders are installed on the same aerial lift device, the aerial lift may retract without warning and cause severe injury and/or property damage.
The fix
Spartan ERV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected cylinders, free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan ERV at 1-800-867-6478, Option 2.
Notes
Spartan's recall campaign number is ERV13-003.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
- 2008 Spartan RMA 103
- 2009 Spartan RMA 103
- 2008 Spartan RMA 75
- 2009 Spartan RMA 75
- 2008 Spartan TDA
- 2009 Spartan TDA
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V049000
- Manufacturer campaign
- ERV13-003
- Manufacturer
- Spartan ERV
- Owner letters
- Feb 25, 2013
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
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