Report Date
Sep 19, 2018
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
Affected Vehicles
2
Defect Description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Spartan Metrostar emergency vehicles. The wheel studs may have not been properly heat treated causing them to fail.
Safety Consequence
If enough of the improperly heat treated studs fail on the same steer axle hub, the wheel may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
All affected vehicles have been repaired, therefore owner notification letters will not be mailed. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18027.
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.