Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 school bus chassis manufactured
— Recall Campaign #14V679000
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 school bus chassis manufactured December 21, 2010, to June 26, 2014, and equipped with air brake systems. The affected chassis may have been manufactured with the rear antilock brake system (ABS) harness connectors reversed.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 65 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V679000
| Manufacturer: | Shyft Group |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 28, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V679000 |
| Units affected: | 65 |
- Description:
- Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 school bus chassis manufactured December 21, 2010, to June 26, 2014, and equipped with air brake systems. The affected chassis may have been manufactured with the rear antilock brake system (ABS) harness connectors reversed.
- Consequeces:
- If the ABS connectors are reversed, the rear wheels may lock up while braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the ABS harness connectors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 14, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14015.
- 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.