Recalls for your 2006 Spartan Ga42l-2142

Recalls for 2006 Spartan Ga42l-2142

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DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL


Posted on: 2006-05-19
Description
On certain fire trucks equipped with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines, the connecting rods which transfer energy from the piston to the crankshaft are defective and can result in seizure of the piston pin.  A piston pin seizure can result in a mission-disabling engine failure.

Consequence
This condition could ultimately result in a loss of vehicle power (engine stall) increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Spartan is working with cummins to replace the connecting rods free of charge.  Owners may contact spartan at 517-543-6400 or cummins at 1-800-diesels.

Notes
Spartan recall no.  Spec 06013.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.