Recall 96V081000: 1996 Spartan Alpine and 2 other models

Report received

May 17, 1996

Manufacturer

Spartan motors, inc.

Potentially affected

604vehicles

Model years

1996

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

The draglinks have been equipped with an anti-tilt seal on the pitman end that can affect the taper fit of the ball stud taper into the pitman arm. The recommended torque on the stud nut does not overcome the compression of the anti-tilt seal.

Possible consequence

This condition can cause a loosening of the joint and ultimate separation resulting in loss of steering.

Remedy

Dealers will replace washers with 90 degree flanges with washers having a 45 degree flange and sandwich the rubber bushing in the anti-tilt seal. The flanges allow the bushing to properly expand. If a body has been completed on the chassis, the pitman arm will also be replaced.

Affected model years

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

• 1996 Spartan Alpine0 complaints
• 1996 Spartan Highlander0 complaints
• 1996 Spartan Mountain Master2 complaints