Recall 12V579000
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Defect Description
Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
Safety Consequence
If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | SPARTAN | GLADIATOR |
| 2012 | SPARTAN | METROSTAR |
| 2013 | SPARTAN | FORCE |
| 2013 | SPARTAN | GLADIATOR |
| 2013 | SPARTAN | METROSTAR |
| 2013 | SPARTAN | METROSTAR-X |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.