Spartan Motors USA is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Gladiator
— Recall Campaign #15V547000
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Gladiator, and MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, to August 6, 2010. The affected vehicles have mirror lenses that may fall off due to vibration.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 322 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V547000
| Manufacturer: | Shyft Group |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 01, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V547000 |
| Units affected: | 322 |
- Description:
- Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Gladiator, and MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, to August 6, 2010. The affected vehicles have mirror lenses that may fall off due to vibration.
- Consequeces:
- If the mirror lens comes loose and and falls out, the driver's ability to see objects in the mirror would be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new mirror assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan cutomer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15016.
- 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.