SPARTAN K2 2013: STEERING:LINKAGES
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V812000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| SPARTAN | K2 | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2015-01-26 | 2014-12-23 | 2014-12-23 |
Production Dates: 2012-11-28 - 2013-10-15
Manufacturers Involved: Shyft Group
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 14023
Component: STEERING:LINKAGES
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 277
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Spartan Motors, Inc. "Spartan" is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Gladiator, K2, K3, MetroStar, and MM motorhome and emergency response chassis cabs manufactured November 28, 2012, to October 15, 2013. The castle nuts for the steering linkage may loosen, allowing the steering linkage to separate.
If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14023.
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.
