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SevereNHTSA·15V170000·Announced 2015-03-24

Spartan Recalls 2011-2016 School Bus Chassis Due to Fire Risk

Spartan Motors is recalling 2011-2016 school bus chassis because fuel system components may melt, causing engine stalls or vehicle fires.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where overheated terminals may result in a vehicle fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Spartan Motors, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 School Bus chassis manufactured between April 21, 2011, and February 26, 2015. The recall affects 292 vehicles. The defect involves the fuel/water separator heater terminals and connectors, which 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.

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash, and overheated terminals may result in a vehicle fire. To correct the issue, Spartan will supply and install a bracket to secure the harness to the heated fuel water separator, along with a new filter head assembly and connecting harness. All repairs will be performed 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. 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.

The recalled product

Product
SPARTAN SB
Brand
SPARTAN
Manufacturer
Spartan Motors, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — School Bus Chassis
Hazard
Affected units
292

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SB

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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