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2015-2016 Spartan K2, Spartan K3 and others recall: axle assembly

Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 19, 2015. It covers about 144 vehicles.

vehicles affected
144
reported
Jun 19, 2015
owners notified
Aug 11, 2015

Power train: axle assembly

What is wrong
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 K2, K3 and MM chassis manufactured October 2, 2013, to April 2, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the fasteners that attach the stay rod (v-rod) to the rear drive axle may not have been installed with thread locker or tightened in the correct sequence.
Risk
If the fasteners come loose, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fasteners using thread lock, tightening them in the proper sequence and with the required torque values, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑800‑582‑3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15010.

Recall number 15V388000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 15V388000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Spartan K2, Spartan K3 and others axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 15V388000, reported on June 19, 2015, covers about 144 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V388000?

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fasteners using thread lock, tightening them in the proper sequence and with the required torque values, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑800‑582‑3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15010.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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