2013 Spartan Force | 2013 Spartan Gladiator — Visibility/wiper
Published December 12, 2012 · Recall initiated: December 10, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V579000, published December 12, 2012 and initiated December 10, 2012. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 2013 Spartan Force | 2013 Spartan Gladiator — Visibility/wiper.
What's the hazard
Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
What to do
Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SPARTAN
- Model
- FORCE
- Manufacturer
- Shyft Group
- Lot
- 2013 SPARTAN FORCE | 2013 SPARTAN GLADIATOR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Spartan Force | 2013 Spartan Gladiator — Visibility/wiper recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V579000 on December 12, 2012. Reported hazard: Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
What should I do if I have this product?
Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SPARTAN. Model: FORCE.