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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V654000

2018 Spartan Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Metrostar | 2019 Spartan Gladiator | 2017 Spartan Gladiator | 2017 Spartan Metrostar | 2018 Spartan Metrostar — Exterior lighting: brake lights

Published September 27, 2018 · Recall initiated: September 21, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18V654000, published September 27, 2018 and initiated September 21, 2018. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 2018 Spartan Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Metrostar | 2019 Spartan Gladiator | 2017 Spartan Gladiator | 2017 Spartan Metrostar | 2018 Spartan Metrostar — Exterior lighting: brake lights.

What's the hazard

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Spartan MetroStar and Gladiator emergency vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18026.

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Recall details

Brand
SPARTAN
Model
GLADIATOR
Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Lot
2018 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2019 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2017 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2017 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Spartan Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Metrostar | 2019 Spartan Gladiator | 2017 Spartan Gladiator | 2017 Spartan Metrostar | 2018 Spartan Metrostar — Exterior lighting: brake lights recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V654000 on September 27, 2018. Reported hazard: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Spartan MetroStar and Gladiator emergency vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

What should I do if I have this product?

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18026.

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)