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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V523000

SUSPENSION:FRONT

Published July 15, 2019 · Recall initiated: July 12, 2019

What's the hazard

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles equipped with an independent front suspension and Koni shocks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new shock bolts, and shims if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19015.

Recall details

Brand
SPARTAN
Model
METROSTAR
Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Lot
2016 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2015 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2019 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2018 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2017 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2016 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2014 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2015 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2014 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2017 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR
Risk classification
V
Country
US
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