NHTSA Recall 05V330000: Turbo/supercharger (engine and engine cooling)
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on . It affects 1998–1999 Spartan RM-2242.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V330000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SPEC05027 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › OTHER FUEL TYPES › TURBO/SUPERCHARGER |
| Report received | July 22, 2005 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain fire trucks equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.
Safety risk
This can result in a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbocharger to prevent the possibility of an engine compartment fire. Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or spartan at 517-543-6400.
Notes
Spartan recall no. Spec 05027.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V330000
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.