NHTSA Recall 13V182000: Steering
Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,694 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Spartan K2.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V182000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | May 8, 2013 |
| Owner notification | June 24, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors Chassis (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 K2, and K3 and 2006-2010 MM motorhome chassis manufactured July 20, 2005, through December 17, 2010. The steering gear mounting brackets may crack and detach resulting in a loss of steering.
Safety risk
A loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners. Starting in mid-June 2013, dealers will install a replacement bracket or a reinforcement to the existing bracket. Until the remedy is available, owners may have their vehicle inspected at any Spartan service center. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Notices were mailed to owners on June 24, 2013. Owners can contact Spartan at 1-855-589-9836.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V182000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Spartan K2 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Spartan K3 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Spartan Mm | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
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.