Recall 99V-010: 1990–1997 Spartan Advantage, 1989–1997 Spartan Baron and 6 more

SPARTAN MOTORS, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jan 20, 1999, covering about 3,210 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-010
Report date
Jan 20, 1999
Vehicles affected
3,210
Owners notified
Jun 18, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: fire trucks. The cab tilt system contains a 12 volt electrical solenoid assembly as an accessory to the cab tilt electric motor/hydraulic pump assembly. Rain, snow, salt spray or other corrosive environment can corrode the solenoid or "bridge" the energizing coil wire terminal causing the cab tilt system to operate uncontrollably.

The risk

This could cause the cab tilt system to actuate without control, increasing the risk of personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will install a hermetically sealed solenoid assembly.

Notes

Owner notification began june 18, 1999.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).

Recall details

ManufacturerSPARTAN MOTORS, INC.
ComponentStructure
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V010000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Spartan Advantage1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997All years
Spartan Baron1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997All years
Spartan Charger1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997All years
Spartan Crash Truck1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997All years
Spartan Diamond1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997All years
Spartan Gladiator1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996All years
Spartan Metro Star1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997All years
Spartan Silent Knight1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997All 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 99V-010?

Vehicle description: fire trucks. The cab tilt system contains a 12 volt electrical solenoid assembly as an accessory to the cab tilt electric motor/hydraulic pump assembly. Rain, snow, salt spray or other corrosive environment can corrode the solenoid or "bridge" the energizing coil wire terminal causing the cab tilt system to operate uncontrollably.

How is recall 99V-010 fixed?

Dealers will install a hermetically sealed solenoid assembly.

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.