Front sway bar may detach/loss of brakes
Defect Summary
Spartan motors chassis, inc. (spartan chassis) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 transit bus chassis cab buses manufactured february 17, 2011, through august 8, 2013; and equipped with a front sway bar on the independent front suspension and hydraulic brakes. in the affected vehicles, the fasteners attaching the sway bar to the frame may come loose.
Safety Consequence
If the sway bar detaches, it may damage the hydraulic brake lines resulting in reduced braking power. as such, the vehicle would require a longer distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan chassis will notify owners, and dealers will install new fasteners with appropriate torque requirements, free of charge. The recall began on september 29, 2013. owners may contact spartan chassis at 1-517-543-6400. spartan chassis' number for this campaign is 13018.
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FAQ: Recall 13V453000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V453000?
NHTSA recall 13V453000 was issued by Shyft Group on September 18, 2013. It addresses: Front sway bar may detach/loss of brakes. The recall affects approximately 75 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V453000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13018. 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.