Spartan K3 2004
Model K3 made in 2004 by Spartan got 2 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning steering .
Model 2004
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V300000 | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. | from 10/20/2003 to 06/16/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 89 | 08/23/2007 | MFR | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. | 07/13/2007 | 07/13/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | 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 Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - LINKAGES | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V283000 | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. | from 10/20/2003 to 09/02/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 86 | 08/15/2005 | MFR | SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. | 06/17/2005 | 06/17/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | Drivers will lose steerability of the vehicle and a crash could occur without prior warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||||
| 05170001 | 01/01/2006 | 06170001A | 10019041 | Engine cooling - mechanical fan drive v-belt alignment. spartan k2 and k3 chassis models equipped with a mechanically driven engine cooling fan, manufactured through september 22, 2005. misaligned pulleys may cause drive belts to come o | 02/10/2006 |