Roller support chains on lift gate may fail
Defect Summary
Supreme corporation (supreme) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 spartan service body, signature van, iner-city and kold king vehicles. the affected vehicles are equipped with equipped with thieman tailgates-brand tvl 12/16 series lift gates supported with roller chains that may fail.
Safety Consequence
Failure of either the street or curb side roller chain would result in that side of the platform falling immediately to the ground without notice, causing an uneven surface and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Supreme will notify owners, and thieman dealers will inspect and repair the lift gates, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on november 22, 2016. owners may contact supreme customer service at 1-800-842-4889.
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FAQ: Recall 16V742000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V742000?
NHTSA recall 16V742000 was issued by Supreme Corporation on October 14, 2016. It addresses: Roller support chains on lift gate may fail. The recall affects approximately 44 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Supreme Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V742000 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.