Hydraulic cylinders improperly heat treated
Defect Summary
Spartan erv is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 rma 75, rma 103, and tda aerial fire apparatus manufactured from april 04, 2008, through april 13, 2010 and equipped with hydraulic extension and retraction cylinders produced by ramrod industries. the cylinders on the affected vehicles may have welded rod eyes that were not properly heat treated during the manufacturing process.
Safety Consequence
An improperly manufactured rod eye end attachment may fracture or separate. in the event two affected cylinders are installed on the same aerial lift device, the aerial lift may retract without warning and cause severe injury and/or property damage.
Corrective Action
Spartan erv will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected cylinders, free of charge. the recall began on february 25, 2013. owners may contact spartan erv at 1-800-867-6478, option 2.
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FAQ: Recall 13V049000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V049000?
NHTSA recall 13V049000 was issued by Spartan Erv on February 11, 2013. It addresses: Hydraulic cylinders improperly heat treated. The recall affects approximately 20 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Spartan Erv dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V049000 or the manufacturer campaign number ERV13-003. 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.