Recalls for 2012 Utilimaster Reach
4 total recalls found.
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2012-09-11Description
Utilimaster is recalling certain model year 2012 reach vehicles manufactured from december 6, 2011, through august 14, 2012. The adhesive used to attach the floor mat to the floor in front of the driver's seat may deteriorate allowing the floor mat to separate from the floor. An unsecured floor mat could interfere with the throttle pedal.
Consequence
Floor mat interference with the throttle pedal could prevent the throttle pedal from retracting to its normal position, increasing stopping distances and the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The exisiting floor mat will be removed and a new floor mat will be installed with new adhesive and mechanical fasteners. The safety recall began on november 1, 2012. Owners may contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.
Notes
Customers may 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
DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Posted on: 2013-07-23Description
Spartan motors, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 utilimaster reach vehicles. A software problem in the control module may cause the vehicle to have an inadvertent engine shutdown.
Consequence
An engine shutdown without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the control modules free of charge. The recall beagn on august 9, 2013. Owners may contact spartan motors at 1-800-582-3454.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2013-07-23Description
Spartan motors, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 utilimaster reach vehicles. A software problem in the control module may cause the vehicle to have an inadvertent engine shutdown.
Consequence
An engine shutdown without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the control modules free of charge. The recall beagn on august 9, 2013. Owners may contact spartan motors at 1-800-582-3454.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #4 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Posted on: 2019-04-10Description
Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain 2012-2018 fleet services/utilimaster reach vehicles. Due to improper electrical grounding, the windshield wiper motor may stall and cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
Consequence
A loss of windshield wiper becomes function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a ground wire between the wiper motor and an appropriate spot on the vehicle to stop the motor from stalling, free of charge. The recall began april 30, 2019. Owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov