Spartan Mountain Master 1995
Model Mountain Master made in 1995 by Spartan got 1 consumer complain as well as 4 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to vehicle speed control. . There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and steering.
Model 1995
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V064000 | SPARTAN MOTORS, INC. | from 04/01/1994 to 03/01/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 1166 | 05/08/1995 | MFR | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. | 03/27/1995 | 03/31/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | When in operation, the pre-heater requires good engine ground. however, the alternators are not grounded through the case, limiting the ground for engine electrical components. the pre-heater amperage can then ground to the steel braided air compressor hose which is secured in a rubber lined clip. in some circumstances, the clip can contact the frame rail causing an arc. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition can cause a hole to be burned through the air line, preventing the air compressor from delivering sufficient air pressure to the braking system reducing brake capability and increasing the potential for a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a 6 gauge ground cable between the engine and the existing starter ground cable located inside the frame rail. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: electrical; alternator; regulator; starter.vehicle description: motorhome chassis equipped with a 1994 or later 300 h.p.c 8.3 cummins engine equipped with pre-heaters and a 160 amp leece neville powerline alternator.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400, ext. 370.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 96V072000 | SPARTAN MOTORS, INC. | from 01/01/1995 to 05/01/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 741 | 05/29/1996 | ODI | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. | 05/01/1996 | 05/08/1996 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | These solenoids can fail to operate or pass current. these solenoids are used to turn the power to the ignition bus bar(s) on the power panel(s) on and off. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Failure of a solenoid will cause the set of controlled devices not to function. some of these devices are: cruise control, back-up lamp, anti-lock brake electr0nic control unit power; turn signals; heater/ defroster, and/or windshield wipers. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace these defective solenoids with an automotive controls company solenoid. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: class a motorhome chassis, transit bus, and speciality vehicle chassis applications equipped with prestolite chassis power panel solenoids. note: owner notification is expected to begin during late may 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. | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 96V014000 | SPARTAN MOTORS, INC. | from 01/01/1995 to 10/01/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 358 | 02/19/1996 | MFR | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. | 01/23/1996 | 01/25/1996 | 571 | 104 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Intermittent disruption of the functions controlled by the steering wheel center touch pad can occur caused by electrical shortage inside the steering wheel assembly. this does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 104, windhsield wiping and washing systems; and no. 108, lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Consequence of non-compliance: this condition can cause improper operation of the functions controlled by the touch pad. the function (1) fails to operate; (2) operates intermittently; or (3) operates unexpectedly, i.e. a function comes on without being switched on. any of these could distract a driver increasing the potential for an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will repair the steering wheel center control assemblies to eliminate the electrical shorting. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: steering wheel and column; fmvss nos. 104 and 108. vehicle description: class a motor home chassis, gvwr 23,000 to 31,000 pounds, equipped with a vip steering wheel with center controls (also called the smartwheel or intelliwheel).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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 96V201000 | SPARTAN MOTORS, INC. | from 06/01/1993 to 09/27/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 7633 | 11/10/1996 | MFR | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. | 11/25/1996 | 11/27/1996 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The eco-cruise actuator can bind the throttle. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the actuator binds, engine speed may not decrease to the level anticipated by the operator, increasing the risk of a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will remove these actuators until new or remanufactured units can be supplied. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner 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. | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| Recall # 96v201000, consumer contacted manufacturer, manufacturer stated thatparts were not available. spratan motors- 800-543-4277. *ak | |||