2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR RECALL - #19V523000
RECALL FOR SUSPENSION : FRONT
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles equipped with an independent front suspension and Koni shocks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR |
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| Manufacturer |
Spartan Motors USA |
| Manufactured between |
10/21/2014 - 6/10/2019 |
| Recalled on |
7/15/2019 |
| Influenced by |
Spartan Motors USA |
| Owners Notified on |
8/20/2019 |
| # Affected |
234 |
| Recalled for |
SUSPENSION:FRONT |
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| Description |
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles equipped with an independent front suspension and Koni shocks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist. |
| Consequences |
A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Spartan 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 is 19015. |
| 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 |
2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for STEERING, HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, RESERVOIR/TANK
2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, RESERVOIR/TANK
2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for PARKING BRAKE, CONVENTIONAL, AIR
2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for PARKING BRAKE
2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for PARKING BRAKE
2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR Recall for EQUIPMENT
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