Spartan K1: Service brakes

Affects Spartan K1 · 2019–2020 — about 73 vehicles.

The hazard

The missing or improperly installed cotter pin may cause the actuator rod to detach, affecting brake performance and lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the cotter pin installation, properly installing the pin and adjusting the brakes as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19001.

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