Recalls for 2021 Utilimaster Truck Body

DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Posted on: 2020-04-16
Description
Spartan motors, inc.  (spartan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 flt utilimaster truck body vehicles.  The license plate lamp may be installed in the incorrect position and at an incorrect angle, causing the plate to not be properly illuminated.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.  

Consequence
The incorrectly positioned license plate lamp may cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners, and will replace the license plate lamp, free of charge.  The recall began may 5, 2020.  Owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.  Spartan's number for this recall is 20-05.

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.