Chassis frame may crack causing loss of control
Defect Summary
Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 transit bus chassis cabs manufactured june 16, 2011, to december 1, 2015, and built to be completed as transit buses powered by compressed natural gas (cng). these chassis cabs have frames that may crack.
Safety Consequence
The cracked frame may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan has notified owners, and dealers will weld any cracked frames as an interim fix. for the final remedy, the dealers will add reinforcement to both chassis rails, free of charge. an interim notice was sent to owners on july 18, 2016. the recall began on october 5, 2016. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. spartan's number for this recall is 16019.
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FAQ: Recall 16V537000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V537000?
NHTSA recall 16V537000 was issued by Shyft Group on July 19, 2016. It addresses: Chassis frame may crack causing loss of control. The recall affects approximately 39 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V537000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16019. 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.