Recall 12V-279: 2010–2012 Spartan Gladiator

SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jun 19, 2012, covering about 102 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-279
Report date
Jun 19, 2012
Vehicles affected
102
Owners notified
Aug 10, 2012

The problem

Spartan is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 gladiator emergency rescue chassis manufactured from april 12, 2010, through june 5, 2012, equipped with a cummins isx 15l engine and fan clutch assembly. Sheering of the fasteners used to mount the fan clutch mounting bracket to the front of the engine may lead to separation of the cooling fan, fan clutch and mounting bracket.

The risk

If this occurs and cab is in the raised position, the separation could increase the risk of personal injury.

The fix

Spartan chassis will notify owners, and repair the vehicles. The recall began on august 10, 2012. Owners may contact spartan at 1-800-543-5008.

Notes

Spartanâ’s safety recall number is 12007.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrationâ’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerSPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V279000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Spartan Gladiator2010, 2011, 2012All 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 12V-279?

Spartan is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 gladiator emergency rescue chassis manufactured from april 12, 2010, through june 5, 2012, equipped with a cummins isx 15l engine and fan clutch assembly. Sheering of the fasteners used to mount the fan clutch mounting bracket to the front of the engine may lead to separation of the cooling fan, fan clutch and mounting bracket.

How is recall 12V-279 fixed?

Spartan chassis will notify owners, and repair the vehicles. The recall began on august 10, 2012. Owners may contact spartan at 1-800-543-5008.

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.