Safety Recall NHTSA · 16V688000 Reported September 23, 2016

Tiller frame may crack

Q: What is recall 16V688000?

NHTSA recall 16V688000 was issued by Shyft Group on September 23, 2016. It addresses: Tiller frame may crack. The recall affects approximately 9 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Shyft Group · N/A · 9 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

16V688000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Shyft Group

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

September 23, 2016

Completion Rate

100.00

Defect Summary

Spartan motors usa (spartan) certain model year 2004-2010 emergency response gladiator tractor drawn aerial fire apparatus vehicles manufactured november 18, 2004, to july 26, 2010. the tiller frame of the affected vehicles may crack near the outriggers.

Safety Consequence

If the tiller frame fully cracks, the vehicle may be unstable, increasing the risk of injury to someone on the ladder.

Corrective Action

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcements plates, free of charge. the recall began on november 18, 2016. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference recall ID 16V688000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 16V688000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 16V688000?

NHTSA recall 16V688000 was issued by Shyft Group on September 23, 2016. It addresses: Tiller frame may crack. The recall affects approximately 9 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V688000 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.