MAINTAINER CUSTOM BODY 2019: SUSPENSION:FRONT
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V894000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MAINTAINER | CUSTOM BODY | 2019 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-12-20 | 2019-12-16 | 2019-12-17 |
Production Dates: 2019-07-01 - 2019-08-30
Manufacturers Involved: Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: Spartan 19V-523
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. "Maintainer" is recalling one 2019 Custom Bodies Heavy Rescue emergency response vehicle. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Maintainer has notified the owner, and a Spartan dealer will install new shock bolts, and shims if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.
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.
