NHTSA recall 18V647000
Power train › Axle hubs
Spartan Metrostar
Reported Sep 19, 20184 vehicles affectedSpartan Motors USAMaker’s number 18027Built Jun 28, 2018 – Jul 26, 2018
The defect
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Spartan Metrostar emergency vehicles. The wheel studs may have not been properly heat treated causing them to fail.
The risk
If enough of the improperly heat treated studs fail on the same steer axle hub, the wheel may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
All affected vehicles have been repaired, therefore owner notification letters will not be mailed. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18027.