Utilimaster Walk-In Van: Exterior lighting — brake lights

Affects Utilimaster Walk-In Van · 2012–2019 — about 5K vehicles.

The hazard

If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail. Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash. If the pin continues to slide out further, the pedal may detach, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

DTNA will notify Spartan owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect the clevis pin clearance and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Spartan at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19013.

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