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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles. The protective sleeve for the cable that connects the battery positive terminal to the alternator can become brittle and allow the cable to chafe and arc.
- Risk
- If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install brackets to move the cable away from any chafe points, and replace any damaged battery positive cables, free of charge. The recall began on August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18020.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The protective sleeve on the cable connecting the battery positive terminal to the alternator can become brittle. Over time, the cable can rub against surfaces and chafe, allowing it to arc.
If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should stop relying on the vehicle if they notice signs of damage, and have it checked promptly.
The repair is free at an authorized dealer. Dealers will install brackets to move the cable away from any chafe points and replace any damaged battery positive cables. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 and reference recall number 18020. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Spartan Gladiator | 2010201120122013201420152016201720182019 |
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