SPARTAN GLADIATOR 2005: SUSPENSION:FRONT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V206000

Make Model Year
SPARTAN GLADIATOR 2005
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-05-24 2018-03-29 2018-04-02

Production Dates: 2003-10-13 - 2006-08-31

Manufacturers Involved: Shyft Group

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 18012

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 11

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Spartan Motors USA "Spartan" is recalling certain 2004-2007 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles equipped with Timoney Independent Front Suspensions. Inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.

Consequence

A wheel separation from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18012.

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.