NHTSA Recall 15V170000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V170000; Date: Mar. 24, 2015
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Overheated terminals may result in a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Spartan SB; 2012 Spartan SB; 2013 Spartan SB; 2014 Spartan SB; 2015 Spartan SB; 2016 Spartan SB
Component: Diesel Fuel System
Manufactured by: Spartan Motors, Inc.
Affected Units:: 292
Recall 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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 2, 2015
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