Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
Risk. If the floor is exposed to the heat of exhaust gases for long periods, it can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2013 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-795 the manufacturer reports only 9% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 1, 2016. Updated daily.
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. If the floor is exposed to the heat of exhaust gases for long periods, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. The cracked frame may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Risk. The contact may cause a hole may be worn into the hydraulic brake line which could result in a loss of rear brakes without warning.
Risk. If the sway bar detaches, it may damage the hydraulic brake lines resulting in reduced braking power.
Risk. If a lower control arm breaks, and separates from the mounting bushing, loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. If the fuel pump shuts off, the engine will stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Spartan Motors.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Transit Bus Chassis Cab median. How we score
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.