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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 20V163000

2020 Spartan Metrostar | 2019 Spartan Gladiator | 2020 Spartan Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Metrostar — Parking brake

Published March 20, 2020 · Recall initiated: March 20, 2020

Summary

NHTSA records recall 20V163000, published March 20, 2020. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 2020 Spartan Metrostar | 2019 Spartan Gladiator | 2020 Spartan Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Metrostar — Parking brake.

What's the hazard

SVI Trucks is recalling certain 2019-2020 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar Emergency Response vehicles modified by SVI Trucks. The park brake control line may loosen and possibly come out the fitting while the vehicle is in motion. 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

SVI dealers will inspect and properly tighten the park brake control line, free of charge. All of the vehicles will be repaired before being delivered to customers, free of charge. Owners may contact SVI dealers customer service at 1-888-784-1112. SVI Truck's number for this recall is 20V138.

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Recall details

Brand
SPARTAN
Model
METROSTAR
Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Lot
2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR | 2019 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR | 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2020 Spartan Metrostar | 2019 Spartan Gladiator | 2020 Spartan Gladiator | 2019 Spartan Metrostar — Parking brake recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V163000 on March 20, 2020. Reported hazard: SVI Trucks is recalling certain 2019-2020 Spartan Fire Gladiator and MetroStar Emergency Response vehicles modified by SVI Trucks. The park brake control line may loosen and possibly come out the fitting while the vehicle is in motion. 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?

SVI dealers will inspect and properly tighten the park brake control line, free of charge. All of the vehicles will be repaired before being delivered to customers, free of charge. Owners may contact SVI dealers customer service at 1-888-784-1112. SVI Truck's number for this recall is 20V138.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SPARTAN. Model: METROSTAR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)