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 — Service brakes
Published May 14, 2019 · Recall initiated: May 13, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V360000, published May 14, 2019 and initiated May 13, 2019. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 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 — Service brakes.
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.
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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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Questions about this recall
Was 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 — Service brakes recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V360000 on May 14, 2019. Reported 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 should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SPARTAN. Model: K3.