Recall 00V-128: 1998–1999 Spartan Chassis

SPARTAN MOTORS, INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Apr 11, 2000, covering about 94 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-128
Report date
Apr 11, 2000
Vehicles affected
94
Owners notified
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The problem

Vehicle description: chassis built with tuthill/granning air suspension, part nos. Ifs1320-hp or ifs1320-sp. A fracture can develop at the attachment point of the cross member and the bell crank and idler arm housings.

The risk

This defect may cause erratic or loss of steering control if the cross member separates from the assembly.

The fix

Tuthill is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners should contact contact tuthill transport technologies at 1-800-255-7824. Repair facility will inspect and add gussets to reinforce the crossmember connection for the bell crank and idler arm.

Notes

Owner who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerSPARTAN MOTORS, INC.
ComponentSuspension › Front
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number00V128001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Spartan Chassis1998, 1999All 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 00V-128?

Vehicle description: chassis built with tuthill/granning air suspension, part nos. Ifs1320-hp or ifs1320-sp. A fracture can develop at the attachment point of the cross member and the bell crank and idler arm housings.

How is recall 00V-128 fixed?

Tuthill is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners should contact contact tuthill transport technologies at 1-800-255-7824. Repair facility will inspect and add gussets to reinforce the crossmember connection for the bell crank and idler arm.

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.