SteeringRecall 15V-687 · 2009–2014 Spartan Gladiator
Spartan Motors USA recall 15V-687 covers 2,038 2009–2014 Spartan Gladiator for a steering problem, reported to NHTSA on October 21, 2015. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q1) shows 30% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 15V687000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 ER Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, to January 19, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the power steering fluid may overheat and cause the steering to unexpectedly lock during steering maneuvers.
The risk
If the steering locks, there could be a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a cooler to prevent the steering fluid from overheating, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on December 17, 2015. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277.
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
30%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.