NHTSA Recall 13V352000: Equipment
Spartan ERV reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 159 vehicles. It affects 2005–2012 Spartan Erv Star Series.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V352000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | August 12, 2013 |
| Owner notification | September 25, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan ERV (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2005-2012 Star Series emergency vehicles manufactured February 1, 2007, through May 31, 2013 and equipped with a hydraulic ladder rack. The pins which hold the ladder in place may back out over time.
Safety risk
If the pins back out the ladder and ladder rack arm assembly may collapse, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and will install spacers and locking nuts to prevent the pins from backing out, free of charge. The recall began on September 25, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan ERV at 1-800-867-6478, Option 2.
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 13V352000
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.