Fan clutch fasteners
Defect Summary
Spartan is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 gladiator emergency rescue chassis manufactured from april 12, 2010, through june 5, 2012, equipped with a cummins isx 15l engine and fan clutch assembly. sheering of the fasteners used to mount the fan clutch mounting bracket to the front of the engine may lead to separation of the cooling fan, fan clutch and mounting bracket.
Safety Consequence
If this occurs and cab is in the raised position, the separation could increase the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action
Spartan chassis will notify owners, and repair the vehicles. the recall began on august 10, 2012. owners may contact spartan at 1-800-543-5008.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Shyft Group or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 12V279000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V279000?
NHTSA recall 12V279000 was issued by Shyft Group on June 19, 2012. It addresses: Fan clutch fasteners. The recall affects approximately 102 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V279000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12007. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.