NHTSA Recall 14V679000: Antilock (service brakes)
Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 65 vehicles. It affects 2011–2015 Spartan Sb.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V679000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 14015 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › ANTILOCK |
| Report received | October 28, 2014 |
| Owner notification | January 14, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 school bus chassis manufactured December 21, 2010, to June 26, 2014, and equipped with air brake systems. The affected chassis may have been manufactured with the rear antilock brake system (ABS) harness connectors reversed.
Safety risk
If the ABS connectors are reversed, the rear wheels may lock up while braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the ABS harness connectors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 14, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14015.
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 14V679000
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.