Utilimaster Walk-In Van Brake Line Recall for 2012 Models
Spartan Motors is recalling 2012 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans because a ramp may rub against a hydraulic brake line, potentially causing brake fluid loss and increased stopping distance.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Spartan Motors USA is recalling certain model year 2012 Utilimaster Walk-In Vans manufactured between September 26, 2011, and June 25, 2012. The recall involves 209 vehicles.
The affected vehicles have an undercarriage ramp that may rub against a hydraulic brake line. This contact can cause a hole in the brake line, resulting in a loss of brake fluid. A loss of brake fluid lengthens the distance needed to stop the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.
Utilimaster will notify owners, and dealers will install a new hydraulic brake line that will not contact the undercarriage ramp, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015. Owners may contact Utilimaster customer service at 1-800-582-3454 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- UTILIMASTER WALK-IN VAN
- Brand
- UTILIMASTER
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors USA
- Category
- Vehicle — Braking System
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 209
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- WALK-IN VAN
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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