NHTSA Recall 14V812000: Linkages (steering)
Spartan Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 277 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V812000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 14023 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | December 23, 2014 |
| Owner notification | January 26, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Gladiator, K2, K3, MetroStar, and MM motorhome and emergency response chassis cabs manufactured November 28, 2012, to October 15, 2013. The castle nuts for the steering linkage may loosen, allowing the steering linkage to separate.
Safety risk
If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14023.
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 14V812000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Spartan Gladiator | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Spartan K2 | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Spartan K3 | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Spartan Metrostar | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Spartan Mm | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
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.