NHTSA Recall 16V429000: Electrical system: module
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 15 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V429000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16016 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › MODULE |
| Report received | June 13, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 9, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2017 Gladiator and K3 motorhome chassis manufactured April 18, 2016, through June 7, 2016 and equipped with Cummins ISX15 engines using certain engine control modules (ECM). These ECM's may experience an internal electrical short that can cause a fuse to blow, resulting in an unexpected engine stall without the ability to restart the engine.
Safety risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and Cummins dealers will replace the defective ECM with a remedy part, free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 16016.
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.go
Vehicles covered by recall 16V429000
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.