Spartan Gladiator recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 20, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2004–2016 Spartan Gladiator

Recall number

16V448000

Brand / firm

Spartan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 38 units

Why it was recalled

If a longer distance is needed to stop the vehicle there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2004-2016 Gladiator tractor-drawn aerial emergency vehicles manufactured September 12, 2004, to September 30, 2015. The air brakes on these vehicles may have excessive actuation and release timing, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle. 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 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 recall is 16017.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.