The worst 1997 Spartan K2 problems
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Recalls 2
Steering
- What is wrong
- Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 MM and K2 motorhome chassis manufactured January 20, 2003, to May 16, 2005. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.
- Risk
- A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on December 4, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1‑800‑543‑4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 15022.
Recall number 15V633000 · Recall details
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 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Spartan K2 1
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Questions about the 1997 Spartan K2
Is the 1997 Spartan K2 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 Spartan K2.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Spartan K2?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1997 Spartan K2 have?
2 recalls, covering steering and parking brake.
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