2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR RECALL - #18V206000
RECALL FOR SUSPENSION : FRONT
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR |
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| Manufacturer |
Spartan Motors USA |
| Manufactured between |
10/13/2003 - 8/31/2006 |
| Recalled on |
4/2/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Spartan Motors USA |
| Owners Notified on |
5/24/2018 |
| # Affected |
11 |
| Recalled for |
SUSPENSION:FRONT |
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| Description |
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle. |
| Consequences |
A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Spartan 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. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for SEAT BELTS, FRONT, ANCHORAGE
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for STRUCTURE
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, RESERVOIR/TANK
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for EQUIPMENT
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for EQUIPMENT
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, RESERVOIR/TANK
2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, RESERVOIR/TANK
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