Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Emergency Response Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles equipped with an independent front suspension and Koni shocks. The front shocks may separate from their upper mount on the front suspension. The loose shock may contact and damage the steering gear housing, possibly causing a steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.
Shyft Group – Loss of Power Steering Assist
| Report Received Date | 07/12/2019 |
| NHTSA ID | 19V523000 |
| Consequence Summary | A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new shock bolts, and shims if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19015. |
| Recall Code | 19015 |
| Potentially Affected | 234 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V523000) |
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