NHTSA Recall 20V216000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V216000; Date: Apr. 16, 2020
the incorrectly positioned license plate lamp may cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2020 Utilimaster Truck Body; 2021 Utilimaster Truck Body
Component: Exterior Lighting
Manufactured by: Spartan Motors, Inc.
Affected Units:: 50
Recall Summary:
spartan motors, inc. (spartan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 flt utilimaster truck body vehicles. the license plate lamp may be installed in the incorrect position and at an incorrect angle, causing the plate to not be properly illuminated. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
How to Fix:
spartan will notify owners, and will replace the license plate lamp, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 24, 2020. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. spartan's number for this recall is 20-05.
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.
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