SERVICE BRAKES
Published May 14, 2019 · Recall initiated: May 13, 2019
What's the hazard
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Gladiator, MetroStar, K2, K3, and K4 emergency response chassis cabs and motor home chassis. The brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction, which may result in an extended stopping distance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems.
What to do
Spartan will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected chassis, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the valves, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19012.
Recall details
- Brand
- SPARTAN
- Model
- K3
- Manufacturer
- Shyft Group
- Lot
- 2018 SPARTAN K3 | 2020 SPARTAN K2 | 2019 SPARTAN K3 | 2019 SPARTAN K4 | 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2019 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2019 SPARTAN K2 | 2018 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2018 SPARTAN K4 | 2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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