Recall 18V384000: 2016–2019 Spartan K2, 2016–2019 Spartan K3
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 7, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 102
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Spartan Specialty Vehicles K2 and K3 motorhome chassis. The tag axle tire may become damaged due to contact with the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fill mounting bracket.
The risk
The damaged tag axle tire may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan has notified owners, and dealers will modify the DEF fill mounting bracket to give adequate clearance to the tag axle tire, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 1806.
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
- 2016 Spartan K2
- 2017 Spartan K2
- 2018 Spartan K2
- 2019 Spartan K2
- 2016 Spartan K3
- 2017 Spartan K3
- 2018 Spartan K3
- 2019 Spartan K3
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V384000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 1806
- Manufacturer
- Spartan Motors USA
- Owner letters
- Jun 25, 2018
- Components
- Fuel system, other (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion); Fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly:mounting (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion); Tires (Wheels & Tires)
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