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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V206000

2007 Spartan Gladiator | 2006 Spartan Gladiator | 2005 Spartan Gladiator | 2004 Spartan Gladiator — Suspension: front

Published April 2, 2018 · Recall initiated: March 29, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18V206000, published April 2, 2018 and initiated March 29, 2018. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 2007 Spartan Gladiator | 2006 Spartan Gladiator | 2005 Spartan Gladiator | 2004 Spartan Gladiator — Suspension: front.

What's the hazard

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18012.

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Recall details

Brand
SPARTAN
Model
GLADIATOR
Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Lot
2007 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2006 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2005 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2004 SPARTAN GLADIATOR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2007 Spartan Gladiator | 2006 Spartan Gladiator | 2005 Spartan Gladiator | 2004 Spartan Gladiator — Suspension: front recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V206000 on April 2, 2018. Reported hazard: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.

What should I do if I have this product?

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18012.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SPARTAN. Model: GLADIATOR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)