NHTSA Recall 04V435000: Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) (power train)
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 171 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan K2.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V435000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SPEC 04017 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › CLUTCH ASSEMBLY › PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) |
| Report received | September 9, 2004 |
| Owner notification | August 7, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorhomes equipped with caterpillar engines, the adjustable pedal return springs may return the pedal shaft to the home position while not fully returning the potentiometer key to its home position.
Safety risk
In a neutral or no load situation: the engine will continue to increase idle speed until it reaces full governed RPM. The transmission will not allow shift from neutral to any gear over 900 engine RPM. In gear or under load: the engine may not return to 725 RPM (normal idle) which will require additional effort by the service brakes to overcome the additional engine RPM during braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the throttle pedal. The recall began on august 17, 2004, by phone calls. Owners should contact spartan at 517-543-6400.
Notes
Spartan recall no.spec 04017.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V435000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.