Defect Description For Recall
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan Chassis) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2013 Transit Bus Chassis Cab Buses Manufactured February 17, 2011, Through August 8, 2013; And Equipped With A Front Sway Bar On The Independent Front Suspension And Hydraulic Brakes. In The Affected Vehicles, The Fasteners Attaching The Sway Bar To The Frame May Come Loose.
Make Of Vehicle
SPARTAN MOTORS
Model Of Vehicle
TRANSIT BUS CHASSIS CAB
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
13V453000
Component Description
Suspension:Front
Effect Of Defect
If The Sway Bar Detaches, It May Damage The Hydraulic Brake Lines Resulting In Reduced Braking Power. As Such, The Vehicle Would Require A Longer Distance To Stop, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Spartan Chassis Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Install New Fasteners With Appropriate Torque Requirements, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On September 29, 2013. Owners May Contact Spartan Chassis At 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Chassis’ Number For This Campaign Is 13018.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Spartan Motors, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20110217
End Of Manufacture
20130808
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
75
Date Owners Notified
20130929
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Date Report Received
20130918
Make Campaign Number
13018