NHTSA Recall 17V460000: Motor (visibility)
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 514 vehicles. It affects 2015–2017 Utilimaster Aeromaster.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V460000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17018 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | July 20, 2017 |
| Owner notification | August 17, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Spartan Fleet Vehicle and Service Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles. The affected vehicles are missing a ground wire for the windshield wiper motor, possibly resulting in an intermittent loss of windshield wiper function.
Safety risk
A loss of windshield wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will add a ground wire for the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began on August 17, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 17018.
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 17V460000
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.