Recall 13V531000: 2013–2014 Spartan K2, 2013–2014 Spartan K3, 2013 Spartan Metrostar +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 25, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 175
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Spartan Motors Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 K2, K3, MetroStar, and MM motor homes and one emergency response chassis. Castle nuts for the steering linkage ball joint fasteners, which mount to bell cranks, may be loose. If the castle nuts become completely loose, the steering linkage may separate from the bell cranks without warning.
The risk
This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the castle nuts and tighten them as necessary. The recall began on December 9, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's recall campaign number is 13025.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 Spartan K2
- 2014 Spartan K2
- 2013 Spartan K3
- 2014 Spartan K3
- 2013 Spartan Metrostar
- 2013 Spartan MM
- 2014 Spartan MM
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V531000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 13025
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Dec 9, 2013
- Components
- Steering:linkages (Steering)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology