Spartan Metrostar, Defense Dept. Chassis Cab: Power train — axle assembly

Affects Spartan Metrostar, Defense Dept. Chassis Cab · 2014–2015 — about 23 vehicles.

The hazard

If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2015. Owners may contact Marmon Herrington customer service at 1-517-543-6400 or contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277.

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