Shyft Group | NHTSA Recall #13V495000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V495000 by Shyft Group. Affecting model year 2011-2013 transit bus chassis cab buses manufactured february 17, 2011, through february 22, 2013 Includes 73 affected units, Park Brake Cable may Rub against Brake Line, component: PARKING BRAKE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2011-2013 transit bus chassis cab buses manufactured february 17, 2011, through february 22, 2013

Defect Summary

Spartan motors chassis inc. (spartan chassis) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 transit bus chassis cab buses manufactured february 17, 2011, through february 22, 2013. the park brake cable may be routed in a manner in which it contacts the rear hydraulic brake line.

Corrective Action

Spartan chassis will notify owners and dealers will properly secure the park brake cable so that it cannot rub against the brake line. This will be done at no cost to the owner. the recall began on november 13, 2013. owners may contact spartan chassis at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan chassis' recall number is 13020.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V495000

Manufacturer: Shyft Group

Report Received Date: 2013-10-17T00:00:00

Subject: Park brake cable may rub against brake line

Component: Parking Brake

Potentially Affected Units: 73

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 13020

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Spartan motors chassis inc. (spartan chassis) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 transit bus chassis cab buses manufactured february 17, 2011, through february 22, 2013. the park brake cable may be routed in a manner in which it contacts the rear hydraulic brake line.

Consequence Summary: The contact may cause a hole may be worn into the hydraulic brake line which could result in a loss of rear brakes without warning. loss of rear brakes would result in an increased stopping distance which may cause a crash.

Corrective Action: Spartan chassis will notify owners and dealers will properly secure the park brake cable so that it cannot rub against the brake line. This will be done at no cost to the owner. the recall began on november 13, 2013. owners may contact spartan chassis at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan chassis' recall number is 13020.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 34.25

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NHTSA ID: 13V495000

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