Spartan Highlander 1996

Model Highlander made in 1996 by Spartan got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsteering, vehicle speed control.

Model 1996

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - LINKAGES - LINK - DRAG - CONNECTION
96V081000SPARTAN MOTORS, INC.from 01/01/1996 to 05/01/1996V (Vehicle)60405/06/1996MFRSPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.05/17/199605/22/1996
Defect SummaryThe draglinks have been equipped with an anti-tilt seal on the pitman end that can affect the taper fit of the ball stud taper into the pitman arm. the recommended torque on the stud nut does not overcome the compression of the anti-tilt seal.
Consequence SummaryThis condition can cause a loosening of the joint and ultimate separation resulting in loss of steering.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace washers with 90 degree flanges with washers having a 45 degree flange and sandwich the rubber bushing in the anti-tilt seal. the flanges allow the bushing to properly expand. if a body has been completed on the chassis, the pitman arm will also be replaced.
NotesSystem: steering; linkages; link; drag. vehicle description: type a motorhomes with gross vehicle weight ratings (gvwr) from 19,000 to 36,000 lbs. and transit bus chassis or speciality trucks with gvwr from 18,000 to 36,000 lbs. equipped with trw draglink assembly. note: owner notification is expected to begin may 10, 1996. note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact spartan at 1-800-722-3025. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
96V201000SPARTAN MOTORS, INC.from 06/01/1993 to 09/27/1996V (Vehicle)763311/10/1996MFRSPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.11/25/199611/27/1996
Defect SummaryThe eco-cruise actuator can bind the throttle.
Consequence SummaryIf the actuator binds, engine speed may not decrease to the level anticipated by the operator, increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will remove these actuators until new or remanufactured units can be supplied.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification began november 25, 1996.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact spartan at 1-800-543-4277.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.