NHTSA Recall 15V151000: Trailer hitches
Spartan Tool, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 88 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Spartan Tool Sewer Jetter 738.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V151000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | March 16, 2015 |
| Owner notification | March 30, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Tool, LLC (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Sewer Jetters, model numbers 738, 740, and 758, manufactured November 1, 2013, to December 31, 2014. The trailer mounted Sewer Jetters may have their trailer hitch welds fail, and the trailer may detach from the tow vehicle.
Safety risk
If the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hitch tubes with formed hitch tubes, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-435-3866.
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 15V151000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Spartan Tool Sewer Jetter 738 | 2013, 2014 |
| Spartan Tool Sewer Jetter 740 | 2013, 2014 |
| Spartan Tool Sewer Jetter 758 | 2013, 2014 |
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.