SPARTAN METRO STAR 2017: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V654000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| SPARTAN | METRO STAR | 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
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.
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
