Recall 07V300000: 2004 Spartan K3 and 1 other model

Report received

Jul 13, 2007

Manufacturer

Spartan chassis, inc.

Potentially affected

89vehicles

Model years

2004–2005

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible 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.

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2005 Spartan K23 complaints
• 2004 Spartan K30 complaints