Defect Description For Recall
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2016 School Bus Chassis Manufactured April 21, 2011, To February 26, 2015. The Fuel/Water Separator Heater Terminals And Connectors May Melt And Allow Air Into The Fuel System Resulting In An Engine Stall. Additionally, Heat From The Terminals May Ignite The Connector, Harness, And Other Materials.
Make Of Vehicle
SPARTAN
Model Of Vehicle
SB
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
15V170000
Component Description
Fuel System, Diesel
Effect Of Defect
An Engine Stall Increases The Risk Of A Crash. Overheated Terminals May Result In A Vehicle Fire.
Fix Defect
A Bracket That Will Secure The Harness To The Heated Fuel Water Separator Will Be Supplied, And Installed. Additionally, A New Filter Head Assembly And ConneCTIng Harness Will Be Supplied. All Of Which Will Be Supplied Free Of Charge. This Recall Began On December 2, 2015. Owners May Contact Spartan Customer Service At 1-517-543-6400. Spartan’S Number For This Recall Is 15006.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Spartan Motors, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20110421
End Of Manufacture
20150226
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
292
Date Owners Notified
20151202
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Date Report Received
20150324
Make Campaign Number
15006