Recall 17V460000: 2015–2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 20, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 514
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Spartan Fleet Vehicle and Service Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles. The affected vehicles are missing a ground wire for the windshield wiper motor, possibly resulting in an intermittent loss of windshield wiper function.
The risk
A loss of windshield wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will add a ground wire for the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began on August 17, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 17018.
Notes
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
- 2015 Utilimaster Aeromaster
- 2016 Utilimaster Aeromaster
- 2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V460000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 17018
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors USA
- Owner letters
- Aug 17, 2017
- Components
- Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor (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