NHTSA Recall 02V004009: Vehicle speed control
SPARTAN MOTORS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 535 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the Spartan Advantage.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V004009 |
|---|---|
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | September 19, 2002 |
| Owner notification | September 12, 2002 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain motor homes and fire trucks equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
Safety risk
If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Williams controls is handling the replacement of this pedal. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact williams control at 1-503-684-8600 or spartan at 1-800-722-3025.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V004009
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Spartan Advantage | 2001, 2002 |
| Spartan Baron | 2002 |
| Spartan Gladiator | 2001, 2002 |
| Spartan K2 | 2002, 2003 |
| Spartan Metro Star | 2001, 2002 |
| Spartan Mountain Master | 2002 |
| Spartan Mountain Master GT | 2002 |
| Spartan Specialty | 2002 |
| Spartan Summit | 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.