Recall
Spartan Metrostar — 18V647000
NHTSA ID
18V647000
Make
Spartan
Model
Metrostar
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2018-09-19
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
Units Affected
4
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
18027
Summary
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Spartan Metrostar emergency vehicles. The wheel studs may have not been properly heat treated causing them to fail.
Consequence
If enough of the improperly heat treated studs fail on the same steer axle hub, the wheel may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
All affected vehicles have been repaired, therefore owner notification letters will not be mailed. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18027.