Recalls for 1998 Spartan Alpine

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE WARNING

Posted on: 1998-07-31
Description
Vehicle description: motor homes, school and transit bus chassis equipped with pneumatically actuated braking system.  The brake indicator light had the symbol but not the word 'brake' on it.  This does not comply with requirements of fmvss no.  105, hydraulic brake systems.

Consequence
The indicator lamp was not in compliance with the standard.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the indicator lamp with a lamp meeting the requirements of fmvss no.  105.

Notes
Owner notification began october 8,1998.  Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Posted on: 2004-01-30
Description
On certain motorhomes, an incorrect 250-amp ground fuse was used to protect battery ground.  The correct fuse was rated for 300 amps.  

Consequence
The incorrect fuse could cause sudden loss of electrical power resulting in the vehicle stalling or inoperable lights increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 250-amp ground fuse with a 350-amp connector.  Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact western rv at 509-457-4133.  

Notes
Customer's can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).