The worst 2021 Spartan K1 problems
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Recalls 3
Suspension
- What is wrong
- Shyft Group is recalling certain 2020-2022 Spartan RV Chassis K1 and K2 recreational vehicles. The rear suspension mounting fasteners that attach the rear-drive axle to the rear suspension may not have been tightened properly, which could allow the fasteners to loosen or break.
- Risk
- Loose or broken suspension fasteners can allow the rear-drive axle to shift out of place, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Shyft Group will inspect the rear suspension fasteners for damage, and replace and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group's customer service at 1‑800‑582‑3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-22.
Recall number 21V776000 · Recall details
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- What is wrong
- Shyft Group is recalling certain 2018-2022 K1, K2, K3, and K4 Spartan RV Chassis. The instrument cluster may intermittently go blank while the vehicle is in motion.
- Risk
- A blank instrument cluster display may be missing critical information such as the vehicle's speed and warning lights, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Shyft Group will update the control module software, and reroute and secure the duct work, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 15, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1‑800‑582‑3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-13.
Recall number 21V589000 · Recall details
Steering: column
- What is wrong
- Shyft Group is recalling certain 2021-2022 Spartan RV Chassis K1, K2, K3, and K4 vehicles. The steering output shaft inside the steering column may be too short and could disengage from the steering input shaft.
- Risk
- Disengagement of the steering output shaft could result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Shyft Group will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the steering column, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1‑800‑582‑3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-07.
Recall number 21V214000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Spartan K1 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This service bulletin is about certain vehicles equipped with 92 inch or longer roof mounted light bars...
- This service bulletin is about the power steering fluid level sensor could exhibit leaks where sensor...
- This service bulletin provides instructions to inspect and rewire 120V box in accordance with diagram
- This service bulletin describes the process to remove and replace the control module for the tire pressure...
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Is the 2021 Spartan K1 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2021 Spartan K1.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Spartan K1?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2021 Spartan K1 have?
3 recalls, covering suspension, electrical system and steering.
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