Recall 19V523000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT Defect in 2014-2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR
RECALL This recall affects up to 234 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 19V523000 |
| Manufacturer | Spartan Motors USA |
| Vehicles Affected | 234 |
| Component | SUSPENSION:FRONT |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
2014 SPARTAN GLADIATOR, 2014 SPARTAN METROSTAR, 2015 SPARTAN GLADIATOR, 2015 SPARTAN METROSTAR, 2016 SPARTAN METROSTAR, 2016 SPARTAN GLADIATOR, 2017 SPARTAN GLADIATOR, 2017 SPARTAN METROSTAR, 2018 SPARTAN GLADIATOR, 2018 SPARTAN METROSTAR, 2019 SPARTAN GLADIATOR, 2019 SPARTAN METROSTAR, 2020 SPARTAN METROSTAR, 2020 SPARTAN GLADIATOR
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Defect Description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles equipped with an independent front suspension and Koni shocks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
Safety Consequence
A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new shock bolts, and shims if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19015.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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