Spartan Motors USA certain model year 2004-2010 Emergency Response Gladiator tractor drawn
— Recall Campaign #16V688000
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) certain model year 2004-2010 Emergency Response Gladiator tractor drawn aerial fire apparatus vehicles manufactured November 18, 2004, to July 26, 2010. The tiller frame of the affected vehicles may crack near the outriggers.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 9 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V688000
| Manufacturer: | Shyft Group |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 23, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V688000 |
| Units affected: | 9 |
- Description:
- Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) certain model year 2004-2010 Emergency Response Gladiator tractor drawn aerial fire apparatus vehicles manufactured November 18, 2004, to July 26, 2010. The tiller frame of the affected vehicles may crack near the outriggers.
- Consequeces:
- If the tiller frame fully cracks, the vehicle may be unstable, increasing the risk of injury to someone on the ladder.
- Corrective action:
- Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcements plates, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.
- 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.