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SevereNHTSA·15V667000·Announced 2015-10-16

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

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. 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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