Recall 16V313000: 2007–2015 Spartan K3, 2007–2015 Spartan MM
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 17, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 2,582
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Spartan Motors (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 Spartan K3 and MM motorhome chassis manufactured September 21, 2006, to March 23, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear allowing hot exhaust to blow against other components or materials.
The risk
If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Spartan will notify the motorhome manufacturers that purchased the affected chassis, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 16014. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-554.
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
- 2007 Spartan K3
- 2008 Spartan K3
- 2009 Spartan K3
- 2010 Spartan K3
- 2011 Spartan K3
- 2012 Spartan K3
- 2013 Spartan K3
- 2014 Spartan K3
- 2015 Spartan K3
- 2007 Spartan MM
- 2008 Spartan MM
- 2009 Spartan MM
- 2010 Spartan MM
- 2011 Spartan MM
- 2012 Spartan MM
- 2013 Spartan MM
- 2014 Spartan MM
- 2015 Spartan MM
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V313000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 16014
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors USA
- Owner letters
- Jun 23, 2016
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system (Engine)
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