NHTSA Recall 19V477000: Brake lights (exterior lighting) and pedals and linkages (service brakes)
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,534 vehicles. It affects 2012–2019 Utilimaster Walk-In van.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V477000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 19013 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
| Report received | June 21, 2019 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Fleet Utilimaster Walk In vehicles built on a DTNA chassis. The brake pedal clevis pin clip may rub or bend on the throttle pedal and possibly detach.
Safety risk
If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail. Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash. If the pin continues to slide out further, the pedal may detach, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify Spartan owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect the clevis pin clearance and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Spartan at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19013.
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 19V477000
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.