Spartan Gladiator, Metrostar: Parking brake

Affects Spartan Gladiator, Metrostar · 2008–2017 — about 18 vehicles.

The hazard

If the operator follows the incorrect directions and believes that the supplemental front park brake is applied when it is not, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners and supply a new actuator control knob with the correct directions, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 17009.

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