Shyft Group: Safety Recalls in 2012
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 5 safety recalls made by Shyft Group in 2012. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 10, 2012
(Campaign #: 12016)
Windshield Wipers may become Inoperative
Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Gladiator, Metro Star, Metro Star-X, and Force emergency rescue chassis cabs built between October 1, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The wiper motor shaft and the wiper arm shaft have different sized splines which may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
NHTSA ID: 12V579000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 36
Consequence Summary:
If the windshield wipers become inoperative, the driver could have reduced visibility, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Spartan will notify owners and replace the wipers free of charge The safety recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-5008, Option 4.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
December 6, 2012
(Campaign #: 12015)
Front Swaybar may Damage Brake Hose
Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling certain model year 2013 K2, K3, and MM motorhome chassis, manufactured July 23, 2012, through November 7, 2012 and equipped with an independent front suspension that has the ABS modulator valve mounted in a forward position. The front brake hoses or the ABS sensor cable may be damaged as a result of contact with the swaybar.
NHTSA ID: 12V565000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
Damaged brake hoses will result in insufficient air being applied to the front brake chambers. Lack of air to the front brake may increase stopping distances. Damage to the ABS sensor cable may disable the ABS. Either condition may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2012. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-517-543-6400.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
September 4, 2012
(Campaign #: 12010)
Brake Chamber Interfering with Upper Control Arms
Spartan is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 K2 and MM motor home chassis, equipped with a Hendrickson independent front suspension. The front brake chambers may contact the upper control arm of the independent front suspension. Continued contact may result in damage sufficient enough to inhibit the full release of the brakes. If the brakes do not fully release, as they drag, heat could be generated causing the brakes to engage even further.
NHTSA ID: 12V429000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
# of Units Affected: 491
Consequence Summary:
As the brakes self-engage, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Spartan chassis will notify owners, and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on Decenber 5, 2012. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-4277 Option 1.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 19, 2012
(Campaign #: 12007)
FAN CLUTCH FASTENERS
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 GLADIATOR EMERGENCY RESCUE CHASSIS MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 12, 2010, THROUGH JUNE 5, 2012, EQUIPPED WITH A CUMMINS ISX 15L ENGINE AND FAN CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. SHEERING OF THE FASTENERS USED TO MOUNT THE FAN CLUTCH MOUNTING BRACKET TO THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE MAY LEAD TO SEPARATION OF THE COOLING FAN, FAN CLUTCH AND MOUNTING BRACKET.
NHTSA ID: 12V279000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 102
Consequence Summary:
IF THIS OCCURS AND CAB IS IN THE RAISED POSITION, THE SEPARATION COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Corrective Action:
SPARTAN CHASSIS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 10, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPARTAN AT 1-800-543-5008.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
March 23, 2012
(Campaign #: 12005)
AIR BRAKE SYSTEM/FMVSS 121
SPARTAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 K2 AND MG CHASSIS MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 15, 2011, THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2012, AND EQUIPPED WITH 3030 BRAKE CHAMBERS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 121, AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS BECAUSE THEY DO NOT MEET THE PARK BRAKE AND DRAW BAR REQUIREMENTS.
NHTSA ID: 12V125000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 13
Consequence Summary:
THE PARK BRAKE MAY NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE IN PLACE AND IF THE VEHICLE MOVES, INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE COULD OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.
Corrective Action:
SPARTAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INSTALL IMPROVED BRAKE CHAMBERS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 19, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPARTAN AT 1-517-543-6400.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
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