Spartan K2 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 39 recalls on file for the Spartan K2 (2005–2025).

Complaints
7
Recalls
39
Model years
21
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

20052007200920112013201520173201932021120232025
NHTSA complaints per Spartan K2 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Spartan K2 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2025 K200002—
2024 K200003—
2023 K200007—
2022 K210009Wheels & Tires
2021 K200008—
2020 K230005Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2019 K230006Electrical System
2018 K200005—
2017 K200004—
2016 K200004—
2015 K200005—
2014 K200006—
2013 K200008—
2012 K200008—
2011 K200007—
2010 K200003—
2009 K200003—
2008 K200004—
2007 K200003—
2006 K200002—
2005 K200002—

Most common Spartan K2 problem areas (all years)

  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    3 complaints
  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    2 complaints
  • Engine
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Spartan K2 received by NHTSA each month.

Spartan K2 recalls

  • Recall 25V114000Feb 21, 202585 vehiclesModel years 2022–2025

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V052000Jan 30, 2024797 vehiclesModel years 2023–2025

    Risk: A sudden loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V062000Feb 9, 20232,336 vehiclesModel years 2022–2024

    Risk: A sudden loss of drive power, or reduced visibility from a loss of head lights or windshield wipers can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V789000Oct 20, 20224 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: The fasteners can break, allowing the suspension to shift and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V785000Oct 19, 2022540 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

    Risk: The undersized air brake supply reservoir may provide an insufficient air supply to properly operate the brakes during repetitive braking, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V599000Aug 8, 202238 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

  • Recall 22V531000Jul 22, 2022100 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V776000Oct 5, 2021660 vehiclesModel years 2020–2022

    Risk: Loose or broken suspension fasteners can allow the rear-drive axle to shift out of place, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V589000Jul 29, 20212,727 vehiclesModel years 2018–2022

    Risk: A blank instrument cluster display may be missing critical information such as the vehicle's speed and warning lights, which can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V566000Jul 26, 2021309 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V347000May 13, 20218 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: The mounting bracket may break, allowing the axle to shift and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V319000May 5, 20212,783 vehiclesModel years 2017–2022

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V214000Mar 25, 202137 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: Disengagement of the steering output shaft could result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V041000Feb 2, 2021548 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: If the steering gear mounting fasteners interfere with other steering components, difficulty in steering may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V360000May 13, 201992 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: An increase in stopping distance increases the risk of crash.

  • Recall 18V672000Sep 26, 201810 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: A punctured air spring may deflate, possibly resulting in an overloading of the tag axle tires, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V538000Aug 15, 2018274 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

    Risk: If the vehicle moves unintentionally while parked on a grade, it could increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V384000Jun 7, 2018102 vehiclesModel years 2016–2019

    Risk: The damaged tag axle tire may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V351000May 31, 2017721 vehiclesModel years 2010–2014

    Risk: A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 17V160000Mar 13, 20172,783 vehiclesModel years 2012–2018

    Risk: A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V776000Oct 26, 2016245 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: Unintended deceleration or acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V633000Oct 8, 20153,313 vehiclesModel years 2005

    Risk: A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V549000Sep 1, 20151,212 vehiclesModel years 2005–2008

    Risk: If the engine area is open and the cooling fan is operating and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.

  • Recall 15V548000Sep 1, 2015440 vehiclesModel years 2007–2008

    Risk: If the wheel bearings overheat, there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.

  • Recall 15V471000Jul 28, 2015106 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: A failure of the air suspension system could result in a loss of some vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Spartan models

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