NHTSA Recall 14V359000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V359000; Date: Jun. 23, 2014
If the fuel fitting leaks in the presence of an ignition source, there is an increased risk of fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Spartan Gladiator; 2014 Spartan Gladiator
Component: Fuel System, Other:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Spartan Motors, Inc.
Affected Units:: 9
Recall Summary:
Spartan motors chassis, inc. (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 gladiator emergency vehicles manufactured October 22, 2012, to February 12, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a high pressure fuel fitting may make contact with the aluminum engine tunnel overlay causing the fitting to wear and possibly leak fuel.
How to Fix:
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new remote fuel filter mounting bracket to move the filter inboard, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014. Owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14009.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 30, 2014
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