NHTSA Recall 12V279000: Engine and engine cooling
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 102 vehicles. It affects 2010–2012 Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V279000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12007 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | June 19, 2012 |
| Owner notification | August 10, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 gladiator emergency rescue chassis manufactured from april 12, 2010, through june 5, 2012, equipped with a cummins isx 15l engine and fan clutch assembly. Sheering of the fasteners used to mount the fan clutch mounting bracket to the front of the engine may lead to separation of the cooling fan, fan clutch and mounting bracket.
Safety risk
If this occurs and cab is in the raised position, the separation could increase the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Spartan chassis will notify owners, and repair the vehicles. The recall began on august 10, 2012. Owners may contact spartan at 1-800-543-5008.
Notes
Spartans safety recall number is 12007.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrations vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V279000
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.