Driveshaft may disconnect
Defect Summary
Spartan motors, inc. (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014 utilitmaster walk-in vans manufactured december 8, 2014, to january 23, 2015, and altered by lippert components. due to inadequately torqued fasteners, the driveshaft may disconnect.
Safety Consequence
If the driveshaft disconnects there would be a loss of power delivery to the rear axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the driveshaft fasteners, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on june 8, 2015. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3484.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Shyft Group or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 15V249000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V249000?
NHTSA recall 15V249000 was issued by Shyft Group on April 28, 2015. It addresses: Driveshaft may disconnect. The recall affects approximately 97 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V249000 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.