Driveshaft may disconnect
Defect Summary
Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 metrostar chassis cabs built for emergency response use and ilav chassis cabs for department of defense use, manufactured december 9, 2014 to june 3, 2015 and equipped with certain drive axles manufactured by marmon-herrington. the affected axles have hex nuts on the flange yoke that may not have been properly tightened.
Safety Consequence
If the hex nuts are not tightened to specification, the driveshaft may disconnect from the drive axle, resulting in a loss of propulsion and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners and dealers will inspect the hex nuts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2015. owners may contact marmon herrington customer service at 1-517-543-6400 or contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Shyft Group or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 15V746000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V746000?
NHTSA recall 15V746000 was issued by Shyft Group on November 10, 2015. It addresses: Driveshaft may disconnect. The recall affects approximately 23 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 15V746000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15026. 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.