Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2011
— Recall Campaign #13V481000
Spartan Motors Chassis (Spartan Chassis) is recalling certain model year 2011, 2013, and 2014 School Bus Chassis manufactured December 21, 2010, through September 18, 2013. The nut that affixes the steering wheel nut may have been insufficiently tightened.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 138 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V481000
| Manufacturer: | Shyft Group |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 30, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V481000 |
| Units affected: | 138 |
- Description:
- Spartan Motors Chassis (Spartan Chassis) is recalling certain model year 2011, 2013, and 2014 School Bus Chassis manufactured December 21, 2010, through September 18, 2013. The nut that affixes the steering wheel nut may have been insufficiently tightened.
- Consequeces:
- The loose steering wheel nut may cause the steering wheel to come loose resulting in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Spartan Chassis will notify owners, and dealers will verify the steering wheel nut torque. The recall began on November 4, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's recall campaign number is 13023.
- 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.