NHTSA Recall 18V440000: Electrical system: wiring
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 865 vehicles. It affects 2010–2019 Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V440000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18020 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | June 29, 2018 |
| Owner notification | August 27, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Spartan Emergency Response Gladiator vehicles. The protective sleeve for the cable that connects the battery positive terminal to the alternator can become brittle and allow the cable to chafe and arc.
Safety risk
If the battery positive cable arcs, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install brackets to move the cable away from any chafe points, and replace any damaged battery positive cables, free of charge. The recall began on August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18020.
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 18V440000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Spartan Gladiator | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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.