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NHTSARecalled Sep 19, 2018 · #18V647000

Improperly Heat Treated Front Wheel Studs

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. 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.

Product details

Product
  • Improperly Heat Treated Front Wheel Studs
  • 2018-2019 Spartan Metrostar emergency
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice