SPARTAN K3 2015: STEERING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V829000

Make Model Year
SPARTAN K3 2015
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2015-02-03 2014-12-30 2014-12-30

Production Dates: 2013-11-22 - 2014-10-28

Manufacturers Involved: Shyft Group

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 14022

Component: STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 32

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Spartan Motors, Inc. "Spartan" is recalling certain model year 2015 K3 Chassis manufactured November 22, 2013, to October 28, 2014. The steering slip shaft, located between the steering column and steering gear, may prematurely wear.

Consequence

Premature wear of the steering slip shaft may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected slip shaft, free of charge. The recall began on February 3, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14022.

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.