Recall 13V453000: 2011–2013 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 18, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 75
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab
- 2012 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab
- 2013 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V453000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 13018
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Sep 29, 2013
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Brakes); Suspension:front (Suspension)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology