NHTSA Recall 14V191000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 91 vehicles. It affects 2011–2014 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V191000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 14005 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 15, 2014 |
| Owner notification | June 12, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors Chassis Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Transit Bus Chassis Cab vehicles manufactured February 17, 2011, through March 18, 2014. The affected vehicles have fuel tank mounting crossmembers that could crack and potentially allow the fuel tank to fall to the ground, resulting in a fuel leak.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new fuel tank mounting crossmembers, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2014. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14005.
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 14V191000
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.