Safety Recall NHTSA · 96V201000 Reported November 25, 1996

Spartan/cruise control

Q: What is recall 96V201000?

NHTSA recall 96V201000 was issued by Shyft Group on November 25, 1996. It addresses: Spartan/cruise control. The recall affects approximately 7,633 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 · 7,633 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

96V201000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Shyft Group

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

7,633

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

November 25, 1996

Defect Summary

The eco-cruise actuator can bind the throttle.

Safety Consequence

If the actuator binds, engine speed may not decrease to the level anticipated by the operator, increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action

Dealers will remove these actuators until new or remanufactured units can be supplied.

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 96V201000 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 96V201000

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

What is recall 96V201000?

NHTSA recall 96V201000 was issued by Shyft Group on November 25, 1996. It addresses: Spartan/cruise control. The recall affects approximately 7,633 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 96V201000 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.