Shyft Group | NHTSA Recall #15V170000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V170000 by Shyft Group. Affecting model year 2011-2016 school bus chassis manufactured april 21, 2011, to february 26, 2015 Includes 292 affected units, Fuel/Water Separator Heater Connectors may Melt, component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2011-2016 school bus chassis manufactured april 21, 2011, to february 26, 2015
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.