NHTSA recall 05V330000
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Other fuel types › Turbo/supercharger
Spartan RM-2242
Reported Jul 22, 2005SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.Maker’s number SPEC05027Built Oct 16, 1997 – Feb 26, 1998
The defect
On certain fire trucks equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.
The risk
This can result in a fire in the engine compartment.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbocharger to prevent the possibility of an engine compartment fire. detroit diesel IS conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or spartan at 517-543-6400.