SPARTAN K2 2003: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V633000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| SPARTAN | K2 | 2003 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-02-18 | 2015-10-08 | 2015-10-08 |
Production Dates: 2003-01-20 - 2005-05-16
Manufacturers Involved: Shyft Group
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 15022
Component: STEERING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 3313
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Spartan Motors USA "Spartan" is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 MM and K2 motorhome chassis manufactured January 20, 2003, to May 16, 2005. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.
A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on December 4, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 15022.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
