2014 Spartan Sb Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2014 Spartan Sb has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 495 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL 15V170000 2015-03-24 292 affected
Defect

Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 School Bus chassis manufactured April 21, 2011, to February 26, 2015. The fuel/water separator heater terminals and connectors may melt and allow air into the fuel system resulting in an engine stall. Additionally, heat from the terminals may…

Consequence

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Overheated terminals may result in a vehicle fire.

Remedy

A bracket that will secure the harness to the heated fuel water separator will be supplied, and installed. Additionally, a new filter head assembly and connecting harness will be supplied. All of which will be supplied free of charge. This recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer…

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR 14V679000 2014-10-28 65 affected
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.

Consequence

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.

STEERING 13V481000 2013-09-30 138 affected
Defect

Spartan Motors Chassis (Spartan Chassis) is recalling certain model year 2011, 2013, and 2014 School Bus Chassis manufactured December 21, 2010, through September 18, 2013. The nut that affixes the steering wheel nut may have been insufficiently tightened.

Consequence

The loose steering wheel nut may cause the steering wheel to come loose resulting in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Spartan Chassis will notify owners, and dealers will verify the steering wheel nut torque. The recall began on November 4, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's recall campaign number is 13023.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2014 Spartan Sb as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.