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1997-1999 Spartan K2 recall: parking brake

Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 6, 1998. It covers about 203 vehicles.

vehicles affected
203
reported
Nov 6, 1998
owners notified
Mar 31, 2001

Parking brake

What is wrong
Vehicle description: motor homes. The parking brake capacity is insufficient to hold the maximum gross vehicle weight rating while parked on an incline.
Risk
The vehicle could roll while parked on an incline, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will increase the brake slack adjuster length and install brake shoes with different lining material.

Recall number 98V285000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V285000

Is there a recall on the 1997-1999 Spartan K2 parking brake?

Yes. Recall 98V285000, reported on November 6, 1998, covers about 203 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V285000?

Dealers will increase the brake slack adjuster length and install brake shoes with different lining material.

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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