Shyft Group | NHTSA Recall #16V140000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V140000 by Shyft Group. Affecting model year 2014-2015 gladiator and metrostar emergency vehicles manufactured from november 18, 2014, through july 9, 2015 Includes 3 affected units, Incorrect Reading From Tank Level Pressure Sensor, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014-2015 gladiator and metrostar emergency vehicles manufactured from november 18, 2014, through july 9, 2015

Defect Summary

Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 gladiator and metrostar emergency vehicles manufactured from november 18, 2014, through july 9, 2015. under certain conditions, the fire-suppression-agent tank level pressure sensor may register an incorrect reading. this may result in the reading to indicate more agent (typically water or fire fighting foam) left in the tank than actually is.

Corrective Action

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the tank level system or supply a new sensor, free of charge. the recall began on march 30, 2016. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. spartan's number for this recall is 16003.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V140000
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
Report Received Date: 2016-03-08T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect reading from tank level pressure sensor
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 3

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 16003
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 gladiator and metrostar emergency vehicles manufactured from november 18, 2014, through july 9, 2015. under certain conditions, the fire-suppression-agent tank level pressure sensor may register an incorrect reading. this may result in the reading to indicate more agent (typically water or fire fighting foam) left in the tank than actually is.
Consequence Summary: If there is an incorrect reading of agent in the tank, it can increase the risk of injury to the fire fighter if the tank unexpectedly runs out of agent.
Corrective Action: Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the tank level system or supply a new sensor, free of charge. the recall began on march 30, 2016. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. spartan's number for this recall is 16003.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 33.33

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SID: row-evc8-czmf_aef5
NHTSA ID: 16V140000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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