NHTSA Recall 12V579000: Visibility/wiper
Spartan Chassis, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 36 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Spartan Force.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V579000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12016 |
| Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
| Report received | December 10, 2012 |
| Owner notification | January 15, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
Safety risk
If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.
Notes
Spartan's recall campaign number is 12016.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V579000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Spartan Force | 2013 |
| Spartan Gladiator | 2012, 2013 |
| Spartan Metrostar | 2012, 2013 |
| Spartan Metrostar-X | 2013 |
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.