Shyft Group | NHTSA Recall #18V440000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V440000 by Shyft Group. Affecting 2010-2019 spartan emergency response gladiator vehicles Includes 865 affected units, Battery Positive Cable may Chafe and Arc, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2010-2019 spartan emergency response gladiator vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V440000
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
Report Received Date: 2018-06-29T00:00:00
Subject: Battery positive cable may chafe and arc
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 865

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 18020
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 54.46

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NHTSA ID: 18V440000
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Created At: 1742808662
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