Recall 18V440000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING Defect in 2010-2019 SPARTAN GLADIATOR
RECALL This recall affects up to 865 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 18V440000 |
| Manufacturer | Spartan Motors USA |
| Vehicles Affected | 865 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles. The protective sleeve for the cable that connects the battery positive terminal to the alternator can become brittle and allow the cable to chafe and arc.
Safety Consequence
If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install brackets to move the cable away from any chafe points, and replace any damaged battery positive cables, free of charge. The recall began on August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18020.
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