Overheating battery separator/possible fire
Defect Summary
Spartan chassis (spartan), the parent company of utilimaster, is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 utilimaster truck bodies manufactured from january 25, 2008, through march 19, 2011, equipped with a sure power battery separator, part number 16511893 (model 1314) or 16512967 (model 1315). suspect vehicles, in their as- built configuration, had the sure power battery separator installed on the inboard side of the curb side rail. these battery separators may overheat.
Safety Consequence
Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possibly a fire.
Corrective Action
Utilimaster will notify owners and replace the battery separator free of charge. the safety recall began on october 16, 2011. owners may contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.
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Other recalls from Shyft Group or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 11V453000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V453000?
NHTSA recall 11V453000 was issued by Shyft Group on August 29, 2011. It addresses: Overheating battery separator/possible fire. The recall affects approximately 174 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V453000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.