Recall 13V049000 — EQUIPMENT Defect in 2008-2009 SPARTAN TDA
RECALL This recall affects up to 20 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 13V049000 |
| Manufacturer | Spartan ERV |
| Vehicles Affected | 20 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Spartan ERV is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 RMA 75, RMA 103, and TDA aerial fire apparatus manufactured from April 04, 2008, through April 13, 2010 and equipped with hydraulic extension and retraction cylinders produced by RamRod Industries. The cylinders on the affected vehicles may have welded rod eyes that were not properly heat treated during the manufacturing process.
Safety Consequence
An improperly manufactured rod eye end attachment may fracture or separate. In the event two affected cylinders are installed on the same aerial lift device, the aerial lift may retract without warning and cause severe injury and/or property damage.
Remedy
Spartan ERV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected cylinders, free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan ERV at 1-800-867-6478, Option 2.
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