Transmission may shift out of gear
Defect Summary
Toyne inc. (toyne) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 spartan metro star emergency vehicles manufactured december 20, 2014, to june 3, 2015. these vehicles are equipped with certain k gearboxes from hale products which may shift out of gear from "road" to "neutral" while the truck is in transit.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral on the way to attend a fire, the delay may hinder fire fighting efforts. additionally, the loss of drive may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
All of the affected vehicles have been remedied by removing the gearbox, having hale repair it and then reinstalling it, free of charge. owners may contact toyne customer service at 1-712-673-2328. toyne's number for this recall is sb 129.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Toyne Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 16V241000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V241000?
NHTSA recall 16V241000 was issued by Toyne Inc. on April 26, 2016. It addresses: Transmission may shift out of gear. The recall affects approximately 13 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Toyne Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V241000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB 129. 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.