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2019-2020 Spartan K1 recall: service brakes

Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall on January 23, 2019. It covers about 73 vehicles.

vehicles affected
73
reported
Jan 23, 2019
owners notified
Feb 7, 2019

Service brakes

What is wrong
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Specialty K1 motor home chassis equipped with independent front suspension and front drum brakes. The cotter pins may be missing or improperly installed at the actuator rod of the front slack adjuster for the front brakes.
Risk
The missing or improperly installed cotter pin may cause the actuator rod to detach, affecting brake performance and lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the cotter pin installation, properly installing the pin and adjusting the brakes as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑800‑543‑5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19001.

Recall number 19V049000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 19V049000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2020 Spartan K1 service brakes?

Yes. Recall 19V049000, reported on January 23, 2019, covers about 73 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V049000?

Spartan will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the cotter pin installation, properly installing the pin and adjusting the brakes as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑800‑543‑5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19001.

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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