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Spartan Motors USA: 55 recalls from 2015 to 2020 (NHTSA)

Spartan Motors USA is named in 55 recalls from 2015 to 2020: all from the NHTSA. The latest, on February 6, 2020, covers Utilimaster Sprinter (2019) (3,616). Hazard: Without the camera display, the driver may not be able to see hazards behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Source: NHTSA recall 20V065000.

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Agencies
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
First recall
July 28, 2015
Latest recall
February 6, 2020

Recalls

Each recall is listed once, with the role this firm has in it. Roles: manufacturer (55).

DateAgencyProductHazardUnitsRemedySold atRoleSource
February 6, 2020NHTSAUtilimaster Sprinter (2019)Without the camera display, the driver may not be able to see hazards behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.3,616Spartan will notify owners, and will replace the relay/capacitor harness module and the Voyager VOM74MM camera display, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2020. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008....Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 23, 2019NHTSASpartan Metrostar, Gladiator (2004 to 2020)Without the control line being pressure-protected, in the event the control line is severed, air may suddenly be lost from the service reservoir system, causing the brakes to apply unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.1,746Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the control lines, rerouting them into the auxiliary air reservoir as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
July 12, 2019NHTSASpartan Metrostar, Gladiator (2014 to 2020)A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.234Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new shock bolts, and shims if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
June 21, 2019NHTSAUtilimaster Walk-IN VAN (2012 to 2019)If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail. Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash. If the...4,534DTNA will notify Spartan owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect the clevis pin clearance and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Spartan at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
May 13, 2019NHTSASpartan K3, K2, K4 (2018 to 2020)An increase in stopping distance increases the risk of crash.92Spartan will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected chassis, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the valves, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
April 30, 2019NHTSASpartan Gladiator (2004 to 2016)If the aerial device becomes unstable, the device may fall, increasing the risk of an injury.45Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct any cracking, and add reinforcements to prevent any possible future cracking, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
April 17, 2019NHTSAUtilimaster Truck Body (2019)An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.89Spartan will notify owners, directing them to contact a Peterbilt dealer to have the main power wire to the PDC replaced with a wire of the correct gauge, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
April 10, 2019NHTSAUtilimaster Reach (2012 to 2018)A loss of windshield wiper becomes function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.8,822Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a ground wire between the wiper motor and an appropriate spot on the vehicle to stop the motor from stalling, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
February 18, 2019NHTSAUtilimaster Truck Body, Velocity (2018 to 2019)If the monitor displays the image in reverse, the driver may unintentionally turn in the wrong direction, increasing the risk of crash.5,855Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay harness with a capacitor, free of charge. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19002.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
January 23, 2019NHTSASpartan K1 (2019 to 2020)The missing or improperly installed cotter pin may cause the actuator rod to detach, affecting brake performance and lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.73Spartan will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the cotter pin installation, properly installing the pin and adjusting the brakes as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
December 26, 2018NHTSASpartan Metrostar, Gladiator (2011 to 2019)A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.138Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will re-route a portion of the brake system to bring the vehicle into compliance, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008....Manufacturernhtsa.gov
October 3, 2018NHTSASpartan Metrostar, Gladiator (2001 to 2019)If the EMS cabinets become loose during a crash, the cabinets may become projectiles, increasing the risk of injury.923Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect size fasteners with the correct fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 26, 2018NHTSASpartan K2 (2019)A punctured air spring may deflate, possibly resulting in an overloading of the tag axle tires, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.10Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace air springs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18028.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 21, 2018NHTSASpartan Gladiator, Metrostar (2017 to 2019)If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.95Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18026.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 19, 2018NHTSASpartan Metrostar (2018 to 2019)If enough of the improperly heat treated studs fail on the same steer axle hub, the wheel may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.4All affected vehicles have been repaired, therefore owner notification letters will not be mailed. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18027.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
August 15, 2018NHTSASpartan K2 (2018 to 2019)If the vehicle moves unintentionally while parked on a grade, it could increase the risk of a crash.274Spartan will notify the Entegra motorhome owners, and Spartan dealers will install new brake chambers, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
June 29, 2018NHTSASpartan Gladiator (2010 to 2019)If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire.865Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install brackets to move the cable away from any chafe points, and replace any damaged battery positive cables, free of charge. The recall began on August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
June 25, 2018NHTSASpartan Metrostar, Gladiator (2009 to 2018)A loss of power to the pump control module can cause a loss of water pressure for fighting fires, thereby increasing the risk of injury.1,243Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the solenoids, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18019.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
June 7, 2018NHTSASpartan K3, K2 (2016 to 2019)The damaged tag axle tire may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.102Spartan has notified owners, and dealers will modify the DEF fill mounting bracket to give adequate clearance to the tag axle tire, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
June 6, 2018NHTSAUtilimaster Aeromaster, Walk-IN VAN (1991 to 2018)Without retractors, the seat belts may not accommodate different size occupants, therefore the occupants may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.3,194Spartan will notify owners and will install seat belts with retractors, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 18019.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
May 29, 2018NHTSASpartan Diamond, Advantage, Gladiator (2001 to 2018)A loss of air to the air brake system could increase the risk of a crash.309Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install a pressure protection valve, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008....Manufacturernhtsa.gov
March 29, 2018NHTSASpartan Gladiator (2004 to 2007)A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.11Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18012.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
November 16, 2017NHTSASpartan Metrostar, Gladiator (2014 to 2017)A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.34Spartan will notify owners and Hale service providers will install a remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or Hale customer service at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
August 25, 2017NHTSAUtilimaster Truck Body (2016)The incorrect tire pressure information may cause the operator to under inflate the tires, possibly causing a tire blow out and increasing the risk of a crash.11Spartan will notify owners and will provide a corrected tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 17022.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
August 7, 2017NHTSAUtilimaster Walk-IN VAN (2014 to 2017)A seat belt that does not keep the seat occupant restrained increases the risk of injury.190Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a seat belt mounting reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
July 20, 2017NHTSAUtilimaster Aeromaster (2015 to 2017)A loss of windshield wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.514Spartan 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...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
June 27, 2017NHTSASpartan K3, Gladiator, K4 (2017 to 2018)An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.28Spartan will notify the final stage manufacturers that used these chassis or the vehicle purchaser, and Cummins dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began on July 12, 2017. Owners may contact Cummins customer...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
May 31, 2017NHTSASpartan K3, Gladiator, K2 (2010 to 2014)A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.721Spartan will notify the purchasers of the chassis and dealers will replace the starters, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
May 1, 2017NHTSASpartan Gladiator, Metrostar (2008 to 2017)If the operator follows the incorrect directions and believes that the supplemental front park brake is applied when it is not, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.18Spartan will notify owners and supply a new actuator control knob with the correct directions, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
March 13, 2017NHTSASpartan K4, Metrostar, K3 (2011 to 2018)A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.2,783Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, and reinstall the properly torqued ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
November 1, 2016NHTSASpartan Motors Transit BUS Chassis CAB (2011 to 2017)If the floor is exposed to the heat of exhaust gases for long periods, it can increase the risk of a fire.245Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will remove the current securing clamp and install a sleeve with different clamps, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
October 26, 2016NHTSASpartan K3, K2 (2017)Unintended deceleration or acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.245Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install an overlay harness with twisted wires, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5277. Spartan's number for this...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 23, 2016NHTSASpartan Gladiator (2004 to 2010)If the tiller frame fully cracks, the vehicle may be unstable, increasing the risk of injury to someone on the ladder.9Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcements plates, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 19, 2016NHTSASpartan K3, Gladiator, Metrostar (2010 to 2017)An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.264Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pumps, free of charge. The recall began on October 11, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 16022.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 2, 2016NHTSAUtilimaster Walk-IN VAN (2016)Unexpected reclining of the driver's seat may affect the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the seat fails in a crash, the seat occupant would be at a greater risk of injury.151Utilimaster will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat with a non-reclining one, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2016. Owners may contact Utilimaster customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
August 15, 2016NHTSASpartan ERV Legend, Star (2014 to 2016)If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.55Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retaining clevis pin and retaining rings, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
July 19, 2016NHTSASpartan Motors Transit BUS Chassis CAB (2011 to 2015)The cracked frame may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.39Spartan has notified owners, and dealers will weld any cracked frames as an interim fix. For the final remedy, the dealers will add reinforcement to both chassis rails, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on July 18, 2016....Manufacturernhtsa.gov
June 20, 2016NHTSASpartan Gladiator (2004 to 2016)If a longer distance is needed to stop the vehicle there would be an increased risk of a crash.38Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles with a new 3/8" control line, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
June 13, 2016NHTSASpartan K3, Gladiator (2017)An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.15Spartan will notify owners, and Cummins dealers will replace the defective ECM with a remedy part, free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
June 3, 2016NHTSASpartan Gladiator, Metrostar (2015)If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury.39Spartan will notify owners to check the strainer for missing solder at the joints. Any strainers missing solder will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
May 17, 2016NHTSASpartan K3, MM (2007 to 2015)If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.2,582Spartan will notify the motorhome manufacturers that purchased the affected chassis, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
May 9, 2016NHTSAUtilimaster Aeromaster (2012 to 2015)With an improperly wired circuit breaker, maintenance personnel could be unaware that the lift gate system is still energized, increasing the risk of personal injury.89Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will move and properly install the push-to-trip breaker on the driver's side of the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
March 8, 2016NHTSASpartan Gladiator, Metrostar (2014 to 2015)If there is an incorrect reading of agent in the tank, it can increase the risk of injury to the fire fighter if the tank unexpectedly runs out of agent.3Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the tank level system or supply a new sensor, free of charge. The recall began on March 30, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
March 4, 2016NHTSASpartan SB (2016 to 2017)If the parking brake cable connection fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.63Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new clips, free of charge. The parts are currently not available and all owners are advised to chock their wheels until the parts become available. The recall began on March 25, 2016....Manufacturernhtsa.gov
November 10, 2015NHTSASpartan Metrostar, Defense Dept. Chassis CAB (2014 to 2015)If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.23Spartan will notify owners and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2015. Owners may contact Marmon Herrington customer service at 1-517-543-6400 or contact...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
October 21, 2015NHTSASpartan Gladiator (2009 to 2014)If the steering locks, there could be a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.2,038Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a cooler to prevent the steering fluid from overheating, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on December 17, 2015. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
October 19, 2015NHTSAUtilimaster Walk-IN VAN (2014 to 2015)An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded which can cause tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.406Utilimaster will notify owners and will send a label with the cargo capacity information corrected, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Utilimaster customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
October 16, 2015NHTSAUtilimaster Walk-IN VAN (2012)Contact between the ramp and the brake line may cause a hole in the brake line resulting in a loss of brake fluid and lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.209Utilimaster will notify owners, and dealers will install a new hydraulic brake line that will not contact the undercarriage ramp, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015. Owners may contact Utilimaster customer service at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
October 8, 2015NHTSASpartan MM, K2 (1997 to 2005)A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.3,313Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on December 4, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 28, 2015NHTSASpartan Metrostar (2014)If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral on the way to attend a fire, the delay may hinder fire fighting efforts. Additionally, the loss of drive may increase the risk of a crash.14Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will remove the gearbox, send it to Hale for repairs and then reinstall it once it has been fixed. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2015. Owners may...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 1, 2015NHTSASpartan MM, K3, K2 (2004 to 2008)If the engine area is open and the cooling fan is operating and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.1,212Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on October 29, 2015. The recall began on October 29, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 1, 2015NHTSASpartan K2, MM (2007 to 2008)If the wheel bearings overheat, there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.440Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the wheel bearing load, replacing the bearings as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
September 1, 2015NHTSASpartan Gladiator, Metrostar (2008 to 2010)If the mirror lens comes loose and and falls out, the driver's ability to see objects in the mirror would be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash.322Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new mirror assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan cutomer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15016.Manufacturernhtsa.gov
August 25, 2015NHTSASpartan Metrostar, Gladiator (2012 to 2015)If the front splay rails crack, they may separate, causing the cab to collapse when it is being raised, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.696Spartan will replace the splay rails with new splay rails with certified welds, free of charge. An interim notification was mailed to owners on September 24, 2015. The recall began on October 31, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer...Manufacturernhtsa.gov
July 28, 2015NHTSASpartan K3, K2 (2015 to 2016)A failure of the air suspension system could result in a loss of some vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.106Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a independent electrical circuit that will supply power to the control module, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at...Manufacturernhtsa.gov

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