Recall 15V-151: 2013–2014 Spartan Tool Sewer Jetter 738, 2013–2014 Spartan Tool Sewer Jetter 740 and 1 more

Spartan Tool, LLC recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Mar 16, 2015, covering about 88 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-151
Report date
Mar 16, 2015
Vehicles affected
88
Owners notified
Mar 30, 2015

The problem

Spartan Tool, LLC (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Sewer Jetters, model numbers 738, 740, and 758, manufactured November 1, 2013, to December 31, 2014. The trailer mounted Sewer Jetters may have their trailer hitch welds fail, and the trailer may detach from the tow vehicle.

The risk

If the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle, there is an increased risk of a crash.

The fix

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hitch tubes with formed hitch tubes, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-435-3866.

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

ManufacturerSpartan Tool, LLC
ComponentTrailer Hitches
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V151000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Spartan Tool Sewer Jetter 7382013, 2014All years
Spartan Tool Sewer Jetter 7402013, 2014All years
Spartan Tool Sewer Jetter 7582013, 2014All 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 15V-151?

Spartan Tool, LLC (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Sewer Jetters, model numbers 738, 740, and 758, manufactured November 1, 2013, to December 31, 2014. The trailer mounted Sewer Jetters may have their trailer hitch welds fail, and the trailer may detach from the tow vehicle.

How is recall 15V-151 fixed?

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hitch tubes with formed hitch tubes, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-435-3866.

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.