Recall 15V466 covers 29 2007-2015 Spartan Gladiator emergency vehicles with aerial-device torque frames that can crack. Free repair once Spartan opens it.
Spartan is recalling 29 2007-2015 Gladiator emergency vehicles with aerial devices because the torque frames are susceptible to cracking. If the frame fails, the aerial device can fall, injure a bystander, become a road hazard, or startle the driver; Spartan dealers will complete the repair free of charge once Spartan opens the remedy.
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What's wrong?
The chassis torque frame on 2007-2015 Spartan Gladiator emergency vehicles is the structural section that helps carry and spread the load from the aerial device. That aerial device puts force into the frame when it is raised, extended, or supporting firefighting operations. The torque frame is supposed to keep those loads controlled so the apparatus structure stays aligned.
On affected Gladiator vehicles, the torque frame is susceptible to cracking. Spartan reported one apparatus with severe cracks, then began computer aided review and inspections of similar vehicles. The exact cause remained under investigation, but the defect involves the frame area that supports the aerial equipment and absorbs twisting loads.
There is no warning sign before a crack or break. An operator or service technician inspecting the apparatus can find visible cracking or damage, but the source filing says the crack or break itself can happen without advance notice.
Who's affected?
Spans nine model years (2007-2015), all tied to the same body or structural component.
| 2015 Spartan Gladiator | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2011 Spartan Gladiator | body or structural component |
| 2012 Spartan Gladiator | body or structural component |
| 2014 Spartan Gladiator | body or structural component |
| 2013 Spartan Gladiator | body or structural component |
| 2007 Spartan Gladiator | body or structural component |
| 2008 Spartan Gladiator | body or structural component |
| 2009 Spartan Gladiator | body or structural component |
| 2010 Spartan Gladiator | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 29 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
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?
If the supporting frame fails, the aerial device can fall, strike and injure a bystander, become a road hazard, or startle the driver, increasing crash risk. Cracks or breaks can happen without warning, so drive cautiously and ask the dealer for current repair timing. Repair will be free at any franchised Spartan dealer once Spartan opens it.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2015 Spartan Gladiator is included in this recall.
- Watch for Spartan's repair notice before scheduling the final frame reinforcement.
- Contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400 with questions and reference recall number 15V466 when you call.
- Keep the aerial device out of service until Spartan confirms the repair path for the torque-frame cracking issue.
- Bring the recall notice to the Spartan dealer or service facility when the free frame-reinforcement repair is ready.
What happens at the repair
Spartan's record says owner notification began on October 7, 2015, but the remedy status for this page is still interim. The planned dealer repair is to add reinforcement sections to each side of the frame where the torque frame is susceptible to cracking. Once Spartan opens the final repair, a Spartan technician performs that frame reinforcement work free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| July 13, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
|---|---|
| July 27, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| October 7, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V466?
Recall 15V466 covers 29 2007-2015 Spartan Gladiator emergency vehicles built with aerial devices and torque frames that are susceptible to cracking. Spartan says dealers will add reinforcement sections to each side of the frame free of charge.
What should I do if my 2007-2015 Spartan Gladiator is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 15V466. If it is, contact a franchised Spartan dealer or Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400 and ask about the frame reinforcement repair. Reference recall number 15V466 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Spartan's remedy says dealers will add reinforcement sections to each side of the frame free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is frame failure around the aerial device. If the supporting frame fails, the aerial device can fall, injure a bystander, become a road hazard, or startle the driver, increasing crash risk.
What if I bought this Spartan Gladiator used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Gladiator is included, then call a franchised Spartan dealer with recall number 15V466.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V466000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan customer service | 1-517-543-6400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V466 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V466000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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