Recall 19V894000: 2019 Maintainer Custom Body

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Dec 16, 2019
Vehicles affected
1
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling one 2019 Custom Bodies Heavy Rescue emergency response vehicle. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.

The risk

A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Maintainer has notified the owner, and a Spartan dealer will install new shock bolts, and shims if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.

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

  • 2019 Maintainer Custom Body

Details

NHTSA campaign
19V894000
Manufacturer campaign
Spartan 19V-523
Manufacturer
Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc.
Owner letters
Dec 20, 2019
Components
Steering:hydraulic power assist system (Steering); Suspension:front (Suspension)

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