Shyft Group | NHTSA Recall #19V360000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V360000 by Shyft Group. Affecting 2018-2019 gladiator, metrostar, k2, k3, and k4 emergency response chassis cabs and motor home chassis Includes 92 affected units, Brake Relay Valve Air Flow Restriction/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2018-2019 gladiator, metrostar, k2, k3, and k4 emergency response chassis cabs and motor home chassis
Defect Summary
Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 gladiator, metrostar, k2, k3, and k4 emergency response chassis cabs and motor home chassis. the brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction, which may result in an extended stopping distance. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, "air brake systems."
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected chassis, and spartan dealers will inspect and replace the valves, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began june 19, 2019. Owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. spartan's number for this recall is 19012.