Ignition: switchRecall 13V-316 · 2012–2013 Utilimaster Reach
Spartan Motors, Inc. recall 13V-316 covers 330 2012–2013 Utilimaster Reach for a ignition: switch problem, reported to NHTSA on July 19, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V316000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Spartan Motors, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Utilimaster Reach vehicles. A software problem in the control module may cause the vehicle to have an inadvertent engine shutdown.
The risk
An engine shutdown without warning increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the control modules free of charge. The recall beagn on August 9, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-800-582-3454.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.