SPARTAN GLADIATOR 2017: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V654000

Make Model Year
SPARTAN GLADIATOR 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-10-24 2018-09-21 2018-09-27

Production Dates: 2017-11-09 - 2018-05-03

Manufacturers Involved: Shyft Group

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 18026

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 95

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108

Summary

Spartan Motors USA "Spartan" is recalling certain 2017-2019 Spartan MetroStar and Gladiator emergency vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

Consequence

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18026.

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.