NHTSA Recall 13V316000: Software (electrical system) and switch (electrical system)
Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 330 vehicles. It affects 2012–2013 Utilimaster Reach.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V316000 |
|---|---|
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH |
| Report received | July 19, 2013 |
| Owner notification | August 9, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Utilimaster Reach vehicles. A software problem in the control module may cause the vehicle to have an inadvertent engine shutdown.
Safety risk
An engine shutdown without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the control modules free of charge. The recall beagn on August 9, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-800-582-3454.
Notes
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 13V316000
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.