Recall 13V495000: 2011–2013 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 17, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 73
- 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 February 22, 2013. The park brake cable may be routed in a manner in which it contacts the rear hydraulic brake line.
The risk
The contact may cause a hole may be worn into the hydraulic brake line which could result in a loss of rear brakes without warning. Loss of rear brakes would result in an increased stopping distance which may cause a crash.
The fix
Spartan Chassis will notify owners and dealers will properly secure the park brake cable so that it cannot rub against the brake line. This will be done at no cost to the owner. The recall began on November 13, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Chassis at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan Chassis' recall number is 13020.
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
- 13V495000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 13020
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Dec 13, 2013
- Components
- Parking brake (Brakes); Service brakes, hydraulic (Brakes)
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