NHTSA Recall 98V251000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V251000; Date: Oct. 7, 1998
This condition can reduce front brake life resulting in increased vehicle stopping distances.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Spartan Alpine; 1997 Spartan IC2242; 1997 Spartan K22242; 1998 Spartan K22242; 1999 Spartan K22242; 1996 Spartan MM2242; 1997 Spartan MM2242; 1998 Spartan MM2242; 1997 Spartan Z22242
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:quick Release Valve
Manufactured by: Spartan Motors, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,237
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: motor homes built with midland-grau tk-2 anti-lock brake system (abs). Pressure differential problems between front and rear brake systems can result in braking timing issues which can create excessive front brake wear.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the quick release valve with a valve from another vendor.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began during November 1998. 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 1-800-722-3025. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 19, 1998
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