Electrical systemRecall 14V-187 · 2010–2014 Utilimaster Aeromaster
Spartan Motors, Inc. recall 14V-187 covers 3,200 2010–2014 Utilimaster Aeromaster for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on April 10, 2014. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q3) shows 84% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 14V187000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Utilimaster Aeromaster walk-in vans manufactured January 1, 2010, through March 19, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a loose power connection at the power stud terminal block.
The risk
A loose power stud may cause arcing or high heat on the terminal, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly tighten the electrical connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2014. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-517-543-6400.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
84%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.