Spartan SB recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 4, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2016–2017 Spartan SB

Recall number

16V134000

Brand / firm

Spartan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 63 units

Why it was recalled

If the parking brake cable connection fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

What was recalled

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Specialty Vehicle school bus chassis manufactured from March 19, 2015, through November 9, 2015. The metal connecting clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new clips, free of charge. The parts are currently not available and all owners are advised to chock their wheels until the parts become available. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 16005.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.