Recall 14V812000: 2013–2015 Spartan Gladiator, 2013–2015 Spartan K2, 2013–2015 Spartan K3 +2 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 23, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 277
- Models
- 5
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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 Gladiator
- 2014 Spartan Gladiator
- 2015 Spartan Gladiator
- 2013 Spartan K2
- 2014 Spartan K2
- 2015 Spartan K2
- 2013 Spartan K3
- 2014 Spartan K3
- 2015 Spartan K3
- 2013 Spartan Metrostar
- 2014 Spartan Metrostar
- 2015 Spartan Metrostar
- 2013 Spartan MM
- 2014 Spartan MM
- 2015 Spartan MM
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V812000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 14023
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jan 26, 2015
- 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