Recall 98V-174: 1998 Spartan IC2242, 1998 Spartan MM2242 and 1 more

SPARTAN MOTORS, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jul 30, 1998, covering about 522 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-174
Report date
Jul 30, 1998
Vehicles affected
522
Owners notified
Oct 20, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: motor homes. The fuel fill vent was not long enough when installed into the fuel tank to allow air to pass through the vent holes, creating a back splash of fuel.

The risk

Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the present fuel fill vent with a longer stem allowing the proper amount of air flow.

Notes

Owner notification began october 20, 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 1-517-543-6400.also contact 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.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V174000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Spartan IC22421998All years
Spartan MM22421998All years
Spartan Mountain Master1998All 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 98V-174?

Vehicle description: motor homes. The fuel fill vent was not long enough when installed into the fuel tank to allow air to pass through the vent holes, creating a back splash of fuel.

How is recall 98V-174 fixed?

Dealers will replace the present fuel fill vent with a longer stem allowing the proper amount of air flow.

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.