Recall 14V664 affects 304 2010-2015 Spartan Gladiator vehicles for engine cooling fans that can break during severe vibration. Repair is free at franchised Spartan dealers.
Spartan is recalling 304 2010-2015 Gladiator vehicles under recall 14V664 because the engine cooling fan can break apart and separate during severe vibration. That creates an injury risk for anyone near the open hood while the fan is running; the Spartan dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The engine cooling fan on 2010-2015 Spartan Gladiator emergency response chassis cabs sits in the cooling system and pulls air through the radiator area. Its job is to help carry heat away from the engine while the vehicle is working, idling, or moving at low speed. The fan has to stay attached and balanced while it spins.
On affected Gladiator chassis, severe vibration places enough stress on the cooling fan for it to break. Once the fan breaks, pieces can separate from the fan assembly instead of staying inside the normal rotating path. Spartan had not identified a finished root cause in the filing, so the known problem is the fan breaking and separating under severe vibration.
Owners do not get an early symptom to watch for. There is no warning sign before failure, so the absence of noise, shaking, or a warning light does not confirm the fan is sound.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2010-2015 Gladiator model years, all tied to the same fan component.
| 2013 Spartan Gladiator | Fan |
|---|---|
| 2015 Spartan Gladiator | Fan |
| 2011 Spartan Gladiator | Fan |
| 2012 Spartan Gladiator | Fan |
| 2014 Spartan Gladiator | Fan |
| 2010 Spartan Gladiator | Fan |
| Units affected | 304 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
An operating engine cooling fan can come apart while the hood is open, sending shattered parts toward people near the vehicle and injuring them. There is no warning before failure. Keep bystanders away from the open engine bay, especially during service. Repair will be free at any franchised Spartan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2015 Spartan Gladiator is included in this recall.
- Wait for Spartan's repair notice before scheduling the cooling-fan replacement that fixes the fan breakage and separation risk.
- Call Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400 with questions about repair timing.
- Reference recall number 14V664 and Spartan recall 14018 when you contact Spartan or a franchised Spartan dealer.
- Keep people clear of the engine bay when the hood is open and the cooling fan is operating until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Spartan technician will replace the engine cooling fans covered by recall 14V664 once the repair is available. The remedy calls for dealers to remove the affected cooling fans and install replacement fans free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The fan moves air through the cooling system, so this repair focuses on the fan assembly tied to the vibration failure. Until Spartan confirms the repair path for your VIN, ask the service desk whether the vehicle should be brought in or kept parked.
Timeline
| October 22, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 15, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 19, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V664?
Recall 14V664 covers 304 2010-2015 Spartan Gladiator vehicles with an engine cooling fan that can break apart during severe vibration. If the hood is open and the fan is running, shattered fan pieces can injure people nearby. Spartan dealers replace the cooling fan for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2015 Spartan Gladiator is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V664. If it is, contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the cooling fan replacement. Reference recall number 14V664 and Spartan recall number 14018 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Spartan says dealers will replace the cooling fans in affected Gladiator vehicles free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury to people near the open hood while the engine cooling fan is running. Under severe vibration, the fan can break apart and send shattered pieces outward. Keep people clear of the engine bay until a dealer completes the free fan replacement.
What if I bought my Spartan Gladiator used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Gladiator is included, then call a franchised Spartan dealer and reference recall 14V664 when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V664000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan customer service | 1-517-543-6400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V664 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V664000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →