Spartan K3 2006

Model K3 made in 2006 by Spartan got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, engine and engine cooling.

Model 2006

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
06V094000SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.from 11/08/2005 to 03/02/2006V (Vehicle)5404/10/2006MFRSPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.03/31/200603/31/2006
Defect SummaryOn certain motor homes, the bussman box was incorrectly soldered and could fail.
Consequence SummaryElectrical power may be lost to components of the major chassis operating systems (engine, transmission, starting, cooling) causing the vehicle to shutdown and/or not be capable of powering up. one or a combination of the following conditions may occur: loss of electrical power to the engine, transmission starting and engine cooling systems, in the operation of the right chassis stop/turn signal and right trailer stop/turn signal, antilock brake system (abs), auxiliary brake system, heater elements in the air dryer, and/or the heater element in the water in-fuel separator, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the defective components. the recall began on april 10, 2006. owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400.
NotesSpartan recall no. spec 06005.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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
09V455000SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.from 12/12/2004 to 03/01/2006V (Vehicle)1412/07/2009MFRSPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.11/30/200911/30/2009
Defect SummarySpartan is recalling 14 model year 2005 and 2006 motorhomes manufactured between november 12, 2004 and march 1, 2006, equipped with caterpillar c15 engine. the variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Consequence SummaryAn oil leak may result in a fire hazard.
Corrective SummarySpartan is working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. please see recall 09e-020. caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. the safety recall began on december 7, 2009. owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or spartan at 1-800-543-4277 option 1.
NotesSpartan's campaign number is 09025.owners 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 .