Spartan K3 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 33 recalls on file for the Spartan K3 (2005–2025).

Complaints
3
Recalls
33
Model years
21
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

2005200720092011201320152017201920212202312025
NHTSA complaints per Spartan K3 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 K3 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2025 K300001—
2024 K310002Steering
2023 K320004Steering
2022 K300007—
2021 K300006—
2020 K300005—
2019 K300004—
2018 K300006—
2017 K300007—
2016 K300005—
2015 K300009—
2014 K300007—
2013 K300009—
2012 K300008—
2011 K300009—
2010 K300006—
2009 K300002—
2008 K300003—
2007 K300003—
2006 K300002—
2005 K300001—

Most common Spartan K3 problem areas (all years)

  • Steering
    3 complaints

Spartan K3 recalls

  • 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 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 21V969000Dec 14, 2021143 vehiclesModel years 2020–2023

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

  • Recall 21V752000Sep 27, 202191 vehiclesModel years 2020–2022

    Risk: A loss of power steering assist increases 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 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 2018–2019

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

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

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

  • Recall 17V403000Jun 27, 201728 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: An engine stall can increase 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 2011–2018

    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 16V676000Sep 19, 2016264 vehiclesModel years 2010–2017

    Risk: An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V429000Jun 13, 201615 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V313000May 17, 20162,582 vehiclesModel years 2007–2015

    Risk: If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.

  • 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 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.

  • Recall 15V388000Jun 19, 2015144 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the fasteners come loose, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V211000Apr 10, 201566 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the tag axle moves off center, vehicle handling may suddenly be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V829000Dec 30, 201432 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: Premature wear of the steering slip shaft may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 14V812000Dec 23, 2014277 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

    Risk: If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V747000Nov 24, 20141,059 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

    Risk: The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, 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