SPARTAN K3 2015: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V211000

Make Model Year
SPARTAN K3 2015
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2015-04-17 2015-04-10 2015-04-10

Production Dates: 2014-02-28 - 2014-10-21

Manufacturers Involved: Shyft Group

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 15001

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 66

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Spartan Motors, Inc. "Spartan" is recalling certain model year 2015 K3 chassis manufactured February 28, 2014, to October 21, 2014. In the affected chassis, the tag axle suspension hangers may move allowing the tag axle assembly to shift off center.

Consequence

If the tag axle moves off center, vehicle handling may suddenly be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will weld the tag axle suspension hangers to the main frame, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 15001.

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.