Recalls for 2016 Spartan Sb

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Posted on: 2015-03-24
Description
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.

Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.  Overheated terminals may result in a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action
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.  

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.

DEFECT #2 - PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE

Posted on: 2016-03-04
Description
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.

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

Corrective Action
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.

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.