2008 Spartan Su Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

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SteeringReported June 20, 2008 · 213 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Spartan chassis is recalling 213 my 2007-2008 mm, and my 2008 k2, k3, and su motor home chassis. Certain chassis fasteners may fracture resulting in poor handling of the vehicle, loss of steering, and/or reduced level of suspension performance.
Risk: Loss of steering will increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fasteners as needed free of charge. The recall began on june 30, 2008. Owners may contact spartan chassis at 1‑800‑543‑4277.

Recall number 08V275000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakersReported August 15, 2007 · 1,672 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain motor home chassis, there may be a loose connection between the bus bar and a grid pad due to the pins being slightly smaller diameters after assembly. Electrical power may be lost to components of the major chassis operating systems (engine, transmission, starting, cooling) causing the vehicle to shut down and/or not be capable of powering up.
Risk: Each vehicle could potentially experience a unique circumstance where one or a combination of the following conditions could occur: loss of electrical power to the engine, transmission, starting and engine cooling systems, operation of the right chassis stop/turn signal and right trailer stop/turn signal, the anti-lock brake system, auxiliary brake system, the heater elements in the air dryer, and the heater element in the water-in-fuel separator.
Remedy: The dvec bussmann box will be replaced. The recall began on january 16, 2008. Owners may contact spartan at 1‑517‑543‑6400.

Recall number 07V363000 · Recall details

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Is the 2008 Spartan Su reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 Spartan Su.

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How many recalls does the 2008 Spartan Su have?

2 recalls, covering steering and electrical system.

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