NHTSA recall 03V517000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Spartan Mountain Master
The defect
On certain motorhomes, the angle of the hoses from the hydraulic pump could contact the positive stud on the starter.
The risk
This could result in close contact with the starter and cause ignition of hydraulic fluid.
The remedy
Dealers will replace on vehicles with cummins isl engines and 39MT delco starters at least one of the 45 degree fittings with a 90 degree fitting and also replace the hose assembly. on isl and isc engines with 42MT delco starter, dealers will change one fitting at the rear of the hydraulic pump and re-route a hose. owner notification began january 13, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400.