NHTSARecalled Dec 10, 2012 · #12V579000
Windshield Wipers may become Inoperative
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative. If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Windshield Wipers may become Inoperative
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Shyft Group
- Model numbers
- 2013 Gladiator
- UPCs
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What you should do
Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.