How many recalls does the 2016 Spartan Sb have?

The 2016 Spartan Sb has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2016 Spartan Sb has an open recall?

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2016 Spartan Sb Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2016 Spartan Sb has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 355 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

PARKING BRAKE 16V134000 2016-03-04 63 affected

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.

Consequence

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…

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…

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 2016 Spartan Sb as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.