Utilimaster Aeromaster recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 20, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Utilimaster Corporation recalls 2015–2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster

Recall number

17V460000

Brand / firm

Utilimaster

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 514 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of windshield wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.