Recalls for your 2019 Utilimaster Walk-in Van

Recalls for 2019 Utilimaster Walk-in Van

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DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES


Posted on: 2019-06-24
Description
Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain 2012-2019 fleet utilimaster walk in vehicles built on a dtna chassis.  The brake pedal clevis pin clip may rub or bend on the throttle pedal and possibly detach.

Consequence
If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail.  Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash.  If the pin continues to slide out further, the pedal may detach, increasing the risk of crash.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify spartan owners, and dtna dealers will inspect the clevis pin clearance and correct it as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began july 22, 2019.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or spartan at 1-800-543-5008.  Spartan's number for this recall is 19013.

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 #2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS


Posted on: 2019-06-24
Description
Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain 2012-2019 fleet utilimaster walk in vehicles built on a dtna chassis.  The brake pedal clevis pin clip may rub or bend on the throttle pedal and possibly detach.

Consequence
If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail.  Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash.  If the pin continues to slide out further, the pedal may detach, increasing the risk of crash.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify spartan owners, and dtna dealers will inspect the clevis pin clearance and correct it as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began july 22, 2019.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or spartan at 1-800-543-5008.  Spartan's number for this recall is 19013.

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.