Power train: manual transmissionRecall 16V-241 · 2014–2015 Toyne Pumper
Toyne Inc. recall 16V-241 covers 13 2014–2015 Toyne Pumper for a power train: manual transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on April 26, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V241000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Toyne Inc. (Toyne) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Spartan Metro Star emergency vehicles manufactured December 20, 2014, to June 3, 2015. These vehicles are equipped with certain K Gearboxes from Hale Products which may shift out of gear from "road" to "neutral" while the truck is in transit.
The risk
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral on the way to attend a fire, the delay may hinder fire fighting efforts. Additionally, the loss of drive may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
All of the affected vehicles have been remedied by removing the gearbox, having Hale repair it and then reinstalling it, free of charge. Owners may contact Toyne customer service at 1-712-673-2328. Toyne's number for this recall is SB 129.
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.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 20, 2014 to June 3, 2015. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.