NHTSA Recall 13V441000: Suspension: control arm
Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 75 vehicles. It affects 2011–2013 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V441000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 13022 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM |
| Report received | September 18, 2013 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan Motors) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Transit Bus Chassis Cab buses manufactured February 17, 2011, through August 8, 2013 and equipped with an independent front suspension. Due to a manufacturing error, the control arms may fracture or break without warning.
Safety risk
If a lower control arm breaks, and separates from the mounting bushing, loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the control arms and mounting hardware, free of charge. The recall began during October 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's recall number is 13022.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V441000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.