NHTSA Recall 09V478000: Pedals and linkages (service brakes)
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 70 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Spartan K2.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V478000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 09027 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
| Report received | December 16, 2009 |
| Owner notification | January 8, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 mm, k2, and k3 motorhome chassis manufactured from april 27, 2007 and august 11, 2009, equipped with pneumatic and hydraulic adjustable brake pedal assemblies p/nos. 6562618, 6565118, 77025-001, 77025-002, 77025-501, 77050-004, supplied by kongsberg automotive. Some assemblies could contain a drive pin that is below specification and may become disengaged from the brake arm causing separation or loosening of the pedal from the remainder of the assembly.
Safety risk
If the drive pin becomes disengaged on the brake pedal assembly, it could result in a loss of vehicle braking function and/or cause the brake pedal to interfere with the throttle pedal function. Either condition could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Spartan is working with kongsberg and the vehicle manufacturers to remedy these motorhomes. Please see recall 09e-064. The remedy will be performed by spartan free of charge. The safety recall began on january 8, 2010. Owners may contact spartan toll-free at 1-800-543-4277 - option 1.
Notes
Spartan's campaign number is 09027.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V478000
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.