Spartan/suspension
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: front engine carpenter school buses with front air suspensions. due to frame flexing, both the track bar mount, mounting bolts, and the steering box mounting bolts could loosen which could allow subsequent fracture or torque loss of these bolts. the spring beam could also fracture.
Safety Consequence
This could affect the directional control of the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install three structural, welded cross-members to tie together the right and left frame rails, all located forward of the front axle. stiffening gussets have been added to existing frame cross-members and the to steering gear box mounting bracket.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Shyft Group or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 00V216000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V216000?
NHTSA recall 00V216000 was issued by Shyft Group on August 7, 2000. It addresses: Spartan/suspension. The recall affects approximately 100 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V216000 or the manufacturer campaign number SPEC 00003. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.