Recall 14V-623: 2006–2013 Spartan Advantage, 2006–2013 Spartan Diamond and 2 more
Spartan Motors, Inc. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 6, 2014, covering about 389 vehicles.
The problem
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Advantage, Diamond, Gladiator, and MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured November 29, 2005, to June 19, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the transmission fluid cooler may fail, allowing the engine coolant to mix with the transmission fluid.
The risk
If the engine coolant mixes with the transmission fluid, the transmission may not shift properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners and dealers will install a new transmission fluid cooler, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on November 25, 2014 and will also be mailed a second letter when parts are available. Parts should be available in mid to late January 2015. The recall began on February 9, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14017.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Spartan Motors, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit and Lines |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 14V623000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Spartan Advantage | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Spartan Diamond | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Spartan Gladiator | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Spartan Metrostar | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | 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 14V-623?
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Advantage, Diamond, Gladiator, and MetroStar emergency vehicles manufactured November 29, 2005, to June 19, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the transmission fluid cooler may fail, allowing the engine coolant to mix with the transmission fluid.
How is recall 14V-623 fixed?
Spartan will notify owners and dealers will install a new transmission fluid cooler, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners were mailed an interim notification on November 25, 2014 and will also be mailed a second letter when parts are available. Parts should be available in mid to late January 2015. The recall began on February 9, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14017.
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.