Engine cooling fan may crack
Defect Summary
Spartan motors, inc. (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 furion, gladiator, and metrostar emergency response vehicles manufactured november 10, 2009, to june 16, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may crack and the fan blades may detach while the fan is spinning.
Safety Consequence
If the cab is raised, such as during a repair, and the engine cooling fan is operating and comes apart, those in close proximity could be injured from the shattered parts.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected emergency vehicle chassis, and their dealers will install a new engine cooling fan, free of charge. the recall began on august 19, 2015. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. spartan's number for this recall is 15011.
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FAQ: Recall 15V403000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V403000?
NHTSA recall 15V403000 was issued by Shyft Group on June 24, 2015. It addresses: Engine cooling fan may crack. The recall affects approximately 1,599 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V403000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15011. 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.