Recall
Spartan Gladiator — 14V359000
NHTSA ID
14V359000
Make
Spartan
Model
Gladiator
Years Affected
2014
Recall Date
2014-06-23
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Units Affected
9
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
14009
Summary
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Gladiator emergency vehicles manufactured October 22, 2012, to February 12, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a high pressure fuel fitting may make contact with the aluminum engine tunnel overlay causing the fitting to wear and possibly leak fuel.
Consequence
If the fuel fitting leaks in the presence of an ignition source, there is an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new remote fuel filter mounting bracket to move the filter inboard, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14009.