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NHTSARecalled Apr 10, 2019 · #19V286000

Windshield Wipers May Become Inoperable

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Fleet Services/Utilimaster Reach vehicles. Due to improper electrical grounding, the windshield wiper motor may stall and cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility. A loss of windshield wiper becomes function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Windshield Wipers May Become Inoperable
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a ground wire between the wiper motor and an appropriate spot on the vehicle to stop the motor from stalling, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19008.

View the official CPSC notice