Spartan Diamond recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 29, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2001–2018 Spartan — 4 models

Recall number

18V350000

Brand / firm

Spartan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 309 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of air to the air brake system could increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2001-2018 Spartan Gladiator, Diamond, MetroStar, and Advantage emergency response vehicles. The affected vehicles may not be equipped with a pressure protection valve installed between the air reservoir and the lubrication control module. If the air line were to become disconnected between the lubrication control module and the air reservoir, a loss of air to the air brake system could occur. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What to do

Spartan 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. Spartan's number for this recall is 18017.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.