Recall 09V-185: 2008–2009 Spartan GLC, 2008–2009 Spartan GLD and 2 more
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on May 28, 2009, covering about 30 vehicles.
The problem
Spartan is recalling 87 model year 2008 and 2009 glc, gld, gle, and gls fire truck cab/chassis manufactured between august 2, 2007 and may 27, 2009 equipped with c13 caterpillar diesel engines. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (Ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particular filter.
The risk
This condition could result in a fire.
The fix
Spartan is working with caterpillar (Please see 08e054). Caterpillar will repair the subject vehicles free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at-1-800-447-4986 or spartan at 1-800-543-4277.
Notes
Spartan's recall campaign no. 09010.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V185000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Spartan GLC | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Spartan GLD | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Spartan GLE | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Spartan GLS | 2008, 2009 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 09V-185?
Spartan is recalling 87 model year 2008 and 2009 glc, gld, gle, and gls fire truck cab/chassis manufactured between august 2, 2007 and may 27, 2009 equipped with c13 caterpillar diesel engines. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (Ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particular filter.
How is recall 09V-185 fixed?
Spartan is working with caterpillar (Please see 08e054). Caterpillar will repair the subject vehicles free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at-1-800-447-4986 or spartan at 1-800-543-4277.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.