Spartan Metrostar: Equipment

Affects Spartan Metrostar · 2014 — about 14 vehicles.

The hazard

If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral on the way to attend a fire, the delay may hinder fire fighting efforts. Additionally, the loss of drive may increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will remove the gearbox, send it to Hale for repairs and then reinstall it once it has been fixed. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-867-6478. Spartan's number for this recall is 15021.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational