Recalls for 2004 Spartan K3

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES

Posted on: 2005-06-17
Description
On certain motor homes, the i-shaft is the mechanical linkage between the steering wheel and the steering gear.  At the non-welded side of the i-shaft there is a universal joint.  It is possible that the fork shaft connection could be lost.

Consequence
Drivers will lose steerability of the vehicle and a crash could occur without prior warning.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and repair the i-shaft.  The recall began on august 15, 2005.  Owners may contact spartan at 517-543-6400.

Notes
Spartan recall no.spec 05022.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING

Posted on: 2007-07-13
Description
On certain motor homes and fire trucks, the steering gear assembly contains a spacer with incorrect dimensions.  A spacer of insufficient height allows for excessive play in the return function of the recirculation balls and, as a consequence, there is a failure in the circulatory function of these balls.

Consequence
If the failure mode is allowed to continue, the final result will be interruption in the connection between the steering wheel and the wheels of the vehicle.  The vehicle can no longer be steered and could result in a vehicle crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly free of charge.  The recall began on august 23, 2007.  Owners may contact spartan at 517-543-6400.

Notes
Spartan recall no.  07015/rsb07-260-001.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.  

DEFECT #3 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

Posted on: 2015-09-01
Description
Spartan motors usa (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 k2, k3 and mm motorhomes manufactured march 17, 2003, to march 15, 2007.  In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may separate from the fan drive while the fan is spinning.

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

Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge.  Interim notices were mailed to owners on october 29, 2015.  The recall began on october 29, 2015.  Owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454.  Spartan's number for this recall is 15014.  

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.