NHTSA Recall 12V429000: Chamber (service brakes) and suspension: control arm
SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 491 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan K2.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V429000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12010 |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › DRUM › CHAMBER; SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM |
| Report received | September 4, 2012 |
| Owner notification | December 5, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 K2 and MM motor home chassis, equipped with a Hendrickson independent front suspension. The front brake chambers may contact the upper control arm of the independent front suspension. Continued contact may result in damage sufficient enough to inhibit the full release of the brakes. If the brakes do not fully release, as they drag, heat could be generated causing the brakes to engage even further.
Safety risk
As the brakes self-engage, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan chassis will notify owners, and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on Decenber 5, 2012. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-4277 Option 1.
Notes
Spartan's safety recall number is 12010.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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V429000
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.