SPARTAN K2 2014: STEERING:LINKAGES
| Make : SPARTAN | Model : K2 | Year : 2014 |
| Build Dates : 2012-11-28 - 2013-10-15 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 14V812000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2015-01-26 | Date Received by ODI: 2014-12-23 | Date Added to Database: 2014-12-23 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Shyft Group | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 14023 | ||
| Component: STEERING:LINKAGES | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 277 | ||
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Summary:
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. |
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Consequence:
If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
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. |
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