2014 Spartan Sb | 2012 Spartan Sb | 2015 Spartan Sb | 2016 Spartan Sb | 2011 Spartan Sb | 2013 Spartan Sb — Fuel system, diesel
Published March 24, 2015 · Recall initiated: March 24, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V170000, published March 24, 2015. Recalling firm: Shyft Group; 2014 Spartan Sb | 2012 Spartan Sb | 2015 Spartan Sb | 2016 Spartan Sb | 2011 Spartan Sb | 2013 Spartan Sb — Fuel system, diesel.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SPARTAN
- Model
- SB
- Manufacturer
- Shyft Group
- Lot
- 2014 SPARTAN SB | 2012 SPARTAN SB | 2015 SPARTAN SB | 2016 SPARTAN SB | 2011 SPARTAN SB | 2013 SPARTAN SB
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2014 Spartan Sb | 2012 Spartan Sb | 2015 Spartan Sb | 2016 Spartan Sb | 2011 Spartan Sb | 2013 Spartan Sb — Fuel system, diesel recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V170000 on March 24, 2015. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SPARTAN. Model: SB.