2016 Utilimaster Reach | 2012 Utilimaster Reach | 2014 Utilimaster Reach | 2015 Utilimaster Reach | 2018 Utilimaster Reach | 2013 Utilimaster Reach | 2017 Utilimaster Reach — Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
Published April 10, 2019 · Recall initiated: April 10, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V286000, published April 10, 2019. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 2016 Utilimaster Reach | 2012 Utilimaster Reach | 2014 Utilimaster Reach | 2015 Utilimaster Reach | 2018 Utilimaster Reach | 2013 Utilimaster Reach | 2017 Utilimaster Reach — Visibility: windshield wiper/washer.
What's the hazard
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Fleet Services/Utilimaster Reach vehicles. Due to improper electrical grounding, the windshield wiper motor may stall and cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
What to do
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a ground wire between the wiper motor and an appropriate spot on the vehicle to stop the motor from stalling, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19008.
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Recall details
- Brand
- UTILIMASTER
- Model
- REACH
- Manufacturer
- Shyft Group
- Lot
- 2016 UTILIMASTER REACH | 2012 UTILIMASTER REACH | 2014 UTILIMASTER REACH | 2015 UTILIMASTER REACH | 2018 UTILIMASTER REACH | 2013 UTILIMASTER REACH | 2017 UTILIMASTER REACH
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Utilimaster Reach | 2012 Utilimaster Reach | 2014 Utilimaster Reach | 2015 Utilimaster Reach | 2018 Utilimaster Reach | 2013 Utilimaster Reach | 2017 Utilimaster Reach — Visibility: windshield wiper/washer recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V286000 on April 10, 2019. Reported hazard: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Fleet Services/Utilimaster Reach vehicles. Due to improper electrical grounding, the windshield wiper motor may stall and cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
What should I do if I have this product?
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a ground wire between the wiper motor and an appropriate spot on the vehicle to stop the motor from stalling, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19008.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: UTILIMASTER. Model: REACH.