Recall 10V376000: Spartan chassis, inc.

Report received

Aug 12, 2010

Manufacturer

Spartan chassis, inc.

Potentially affected

40vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Spartan is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 emergency rescue chassis manufactured from february 3 2009 through june 3, 2010. The control module which houses the cab tilt control circuit is subject to fluid intrusion. When fluid enters the module, an electrical short could occur causing the cab to tilt(hoist) without warning.

Possible consequence

If the cab were to tilt while the vehicle is in motion, it may surprise the driver who may then react adversely which could result in a crash.

Remedy

Spartan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. Owners may contact spartan at 1-800-543-4277 option 1.