Recall 14V191 affects 91 2011-2014 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab vehicles for cracked fuel-tank crossmembers. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan Motors dealer.
Spartan Motors is recalling 91 2011-2014 Transit Bus Chassis Cab vehicles because fuel tank mounting crossmembers can crack and let the tank fall to the ground, causing a fuel leak. A leak near an ignition source increases the risk of fire, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel tank mounting crossmembers on 2011-2014 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab vehicles are structural supports under the chassis. Their job is to hold the diesel fuel tank in place while the vehicle carries weight, turns, brakes, and travels over rough pavement.
On affected vehicles, those crossmembers can crack. As the cracks grow, the tank loses the support that keeps it secured to the chassis. The tank can then fall to the ground, and that can result in a diesel fuel leak.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or fleet mechanic should treat any loose tank hardware, visible cracking near the tank supports, or fuel leaking under the vehicle as a reason to take the vehicle out of service and arrange the recall repair.
Who's affected?
Spans four model years, all tied to the same diesel fuel tank assembly.
| 2013 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab | fuel system |
| 2011 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab | fuel system |
| 2014 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab | fuel system |
| Units affected | 91 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Fuel leaking near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, keep the vehicle away from heat, flames, or other ignition sources and schedule the recall work promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Spartan Motors dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2014 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Spartan Motors dealer to confirm repair scheduling for the fuel-tank crossmember replacement that secures the tank and addresses the fuel-leak risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Spartan Motors mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V191 when you call.
- Call Spartan Motors customer service at 1-517-543-6400 with questions and reference Spartan Motors recall 14005.
- Avoid operating the bus if you see fuel leaking, smell fuel, or notice the fuel tank hanging lower than normal. Ask the dealer about towing.
What happens at the repair
The filing identifies the dealer repair as installation of new fuel tank mounting crossmembers. Once the repair is available, a Spartan Motors technician replaces the crossmembers that hold the fuel tank in place so the tank stays secured to the chassis. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The owner notice process began on June 12, 2014, but confirm scheduling with a franchised Spartan Motors dealer before bringing the vehicle in.
Timeline
| April 15, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 12, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V191?
Recall 14V191 covers 91 2011-2014 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab vehicles with fuel tank mounting crossmembers that can crack. If the tank drops and leaks fuel near an ignition source, fire risk increases. Dealers will install new fuel tank mounting crossmembers for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2014 Spartan Motors Transit Bus Chassis Cab is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V191. If it is, contact a franchised Spartan Motors dealer and ask for the free fuel tank mounting crossmember repair. Reference recall 14V191 or Spartan Motors recall number 14005 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost, and Spartan Motors dealers will install new fuel tank mounting crossmembers free of charge. The repair campaign began on June 12, 2014.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a fuel leak and fire. In recall 14V191, cracked fuel tank mounting crossmembers can let the tank fall to the ground, resulting in a fuel leak. If leaked fuel reaches an ignition source, fire risk increases. The free dealer repair replaces the mounting crossmembers.
What if I bought this Spartan Motors vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN for recall 14V191, then call a franchised Spartan Motors dealer with the recall number and ask whether the fuel tank mounting crossmember repair is still open.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V191000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan Motors customer service | 1-517-543-6400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V191 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V191000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →