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NHTSARecalled Dec 26, 2018 · #18V932000

Brake Application Timing/FMVSS 121

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Emergency Response Gladiator and Metro Star vehicles built into fire apparatus and equipped with tandem axles, drum brakes at the rear axles and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Vehicles with this configuration may have a delay in their brake release, preventing them from complying with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems." A delay in the brakes releasing may hinder vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Brake Application Timing/FMVSS 121
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will re-route a portion of the brake system to bring the vehicle into compliance, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18038.

View the official CPSC notice