Spartan Motors, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2014 Utilitmaster Walk-In Vans manufactured
— Recall Campaign #15V249000
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Utilitmaster Walk-In Vans manufactured December 8, 2014, to January 23, 2015, and altered by Lippert Components. Due to inadequately torqued fasteners, the driveshaft may disconnect.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 97 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V249000
| Manufacturer: | Shyft Group |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 28, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V249000 |
| Units affected: | 97 |
- Description:
- Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Utilitmaster Walk-In Vans manufactured December 8, 2014, to January 23, 2015, and altered by Lippert Components. Due to inadequately torqued fasteners, the driveshaft may disconnect.
- Consequeces:
- If the driveshaft disconnects there would be a loss of power delivery to the rear axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the driveshaft fasteners, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3484.
- 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.