Does the 2012 Utilimaster Reach have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: visibility, electrical system, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2012 Utilimaster Reach recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Utilimaster dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Utilimaster Reach?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2012 Utilimaster Reach recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Utilimaster Reach. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Utilimaster been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Utilimaster dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2012 Utilimaster Reach recalls, newest first

April 10, 2019NHTSA 19V2860008,822 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer

Summary: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Fleet Services/Utilimaster Reach vehicles. Due to improper electrical grounding, the windshield wiper motor may stall and cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
Consequence: A loss of windshield wiper becomes function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install a ground wire between the wiper motor and an appropriate spot on the vehicle to stop the motor from stalling, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19008.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 19, 2013NHTSA 13V316000330 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Software

Summary: Spartan Motors, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Utilimaster Reach vehicles. A software problem in the control module may cause the vehicle to have an inadvertent engine shutdown.
Consequence: An engine shutdown without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the control modules free of charge. The recall beagn on August 9, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-800-582-3454.
Components: Electrical system › Software; Electrical system › Ignition › Switch

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 11, 2012NHTSA 12V441000249 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary: Utilimaster is recalling certain model year 2012 Reach vehicles manufactured from December 6, 2011, through August 14, 2012. The adhesive used to attach the floor mat to the floor in front of the driver's seat may deteriorate allowing the floor mat to separate from the floor. An unsecured floor mat could interfere with the throttle pedal.
Consequence: Floor mat interference with the throttle pedal could prevent the throttle pedal from retracting to its normal position, increasing stopping distances and the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The exisiting floor mat will be removed and a new floor mat will be installed with new adhesive and mechanical fasteners. The safety recall began on November 1, 2012. Owners may contact Utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2012 Utilimaster Reach were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2012 Utilimaster Reach have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: visibility, electrical system, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Utilimaster Reach recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Utilimaster dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Utilimaster Reach?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.