Vehicle recall 95V064000 · March 27, 1995
Spartan IC Chassis and Mountain Master
When in operation, the pre-heater requires good engine ground.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 95V064000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 27, 1995
- Filed by
- SPARTAN MOTORS, INC.
- Owner notification
- May 8, 1995
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,166
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Spartan IC Chassis (1994-1995): 1995, 1994
- Spartan Mountain Master (1994-1995): 1995, 1994
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