Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 19, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2011–2015 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab

Recall number

16V537000

Brand / firm

Spartan Motors

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 39 units

Why it was recalled

The cracked frame may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Transit Bus Chassis Cabs manufactured June 16, 2011, to December 1, 2015, and built to be completed as transit buses powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). These chassis cabs have frames that may crack.

What to do

Spartan has notified owners, and dealers will weld any cracked frames as an interim fix. For the final remedy, the dealers will add reinforcement to both chassis rails, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on July 18, 2016. The recall began on October 5, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 16019.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.