The seatbelt latchplates (tongues) and some seatbelt webbing on all six seats ride on the abdomens of many adult occupants. This may be because the overall length of the (female) buckle stalk is 15.5 Inches. The seatbelt latchplate rides 3 inches from the front vertical centerline, with the top of the latchplate 4 inches above the top of the thigh, almost at the lower rib margin, on a 5 foot 11 inch tall 175 pound male, causing discomfort and potential for injury. Seatbelt components on the abdomen are a common cause of preventable crash injury http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pmc/articles/pmc1267426/. Photos and correspondence with the manufacturer from october 18, 2012 are available. *Tr
Vehicle safety record
2011 Spartan Chassis Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2011 Spartan Chassis with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (2). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Chassis year, for its age
#281 most complained-about 2011 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2011 Spartan Chassis problems
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No recalls for the 2011 Spartan Chassis
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2011 Spartan Chassis. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 2011 Spartan Chassis
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The seatbelt latchplate (tongue) and some seatbelt webbing on all 6 seats rides in the abdomen of many adult occupants. This may be because the overall length of the (female) buckle stalk is 15.5 Inches. In the case of a 5'11" tall male weighing 174 pounds, the seatbelt latchplate rides 3 inches from the front vertical centerline, with the top of the latchplate 4 inches above the thigh, almost at the lower rib margin. Besides being uncomfortable, improper positioning of seatbelt component on the abdomen is...
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well established cause of preventable injury in crashes http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pmc/articles/pmc1267426/. Photos and documentation of correspondence with the manufacturer is available from october 18, 2012. *Tr
Spartan Chassis: every year compared
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2 | 0 | B |
Questions about the 2011 Spartan Chassis
Does the 2011 Spartan Chassis have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2011 Spartan Chassis right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Spartan Chassis?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (2).
How many complaints has the 2011 Spartan Chassis had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 28, 2013 and the latest on February 28, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2011 Spartan Chassis a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Spartan Chassis year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Spartan Chassis years have the most complaints?
2011 (2), 1999 (1). See every Spartan Chassis year compared.
What should I do if my 2011 Spartan Chassis has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data