NHTSA Recall 95V142000
NHTSA Campaign Id 95V142000; Date: Aug. 3, 1995
This condition can allow the spring to become detached from the lower frame rail affecting vehicle control and increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1993 Spartan GT1; 1994 Spartan GT1; 1995 Spartan GT1; 1991 Spartan Metro Star; 1992 Spartan Metro Star; 1993 Spartan Metro Star; 1994 Spartan Metro Star; 1995 Spartan Metro Star
Component: Suspension:front:springs:coil Springs
Manufactured by: Spartan Motors, Inc.
Affected Units:: 161
Recall Summary:
The rear spring hanger on the front suspension can break.
How to Fix:
Dealers will add two fasteners per bracket increasing the total number of fasteners from four (4) to six (6).
Recall Notes:
System: suspension; independent front attaching mechanisms; spring. Vehicle description: fire truck chassis. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 13, 1995
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