Recall 12V579000 — VISIBILITY/WIPER Defect in 2012-2013 SPARTAN METROSTAR
RECALL This recall affects up to 36 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 12V579000 |
| Manufacturer | Spartan Chassis, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 36 |
| Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
Safety Consequence
If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.
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