2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR RECALL - #19V523000
RECALL FOR STEERING : HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
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 |
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR |
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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 |
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
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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 |
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, RESERVOIR/TANK
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for POWER TRAIN, AXLE HUBS
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for EQUIPMENT
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for SUSPENSION, FRONT
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, RESERVOIR/TANK
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, RESERVOIR/TANK
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES
2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR Recall for SERVICE BRAKES
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