NHTSA Recall 16V134000: Linkage and cable (parking brake)
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 63 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Spartan Sb.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V134000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16005 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › CONVENTIONAL › MECHANICAL › LINKAGE AND CABLE |
| Report received | March 4, 2016 |
| Owner notification | March 25, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Specialty Vehicle school bus chassis manufactured from March 19, 2015, through November 9, 2015. The metal connecting clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.
Safety risk
If the parking brake cable connection fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install new clips, free of charge. The parts are currently not available and all owners are advised to chock their wheels until the parts become available. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 16005.
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 16V134000
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.