Recall 96V-072: 1995 Spartan Alpine, 1995 Spartan EC2000 and 3 more

SPARTAN MOTORS, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 1, 1996, covering about 741 vehicles.

NHTSA number
96V-072
Report date
May 1, 1996
Vehicles affected
741
Owners notified
May 29, 1996

The problem

These solenoids can fail to operate or pass current. These solenoids are used to turn the power to the ignition bus bar(S) on the power panel(S) on and off.

The risk

Failure of a solenoid will cause the set of controlled devices not to function. Some of these devices are: cruise control, back-up lamp, anti-lock brake electr0nic control unit power; turn signals; heater/ defroster, and/or windshield wipers.

The fix

Dealers will replace these defective solenoids with an "automotive controls company" solenoid.

Notes

Vehicle description: class a motorhome chassis, transit bus, and speciality vehicle chassis applications equipped with prestolite chassis power panel solenoids. Note: owner notification is expected to begin during late may 1996. 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 1-800-722-3025. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerSPARTAN MOTORS, INC.
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number96V072000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Spartan Alpine1995All years
Spartan EC20001995All years
Spartan Highlander1995All years
Spartan Mountain Master1995All years
Spartan TB1995All 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 96V-072?

These solenoids can fail to operate or pass current. These solenoids are used to turn the power to the ignition bus bar(S) on the power panel(S) on and off.

How is recall 96V-072 fixed?

Dealers will replace these defective solenoids with an "automotive controls company" solenoid.

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.