NHTSA Recall 16V313000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,582 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan K3.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V313000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16014 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | May 17, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 23, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 Spartan K3 and MM motorhome chassis manufactured September 21, 2006, to March 23, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear allowing hot exhaust to blow against other components or materials.
Safety risk
If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Spartan will notify the motorhome manufacturers that purchased the affected chassis, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 16014. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-554.
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 16V313000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Spartan K3 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Spartan Mm | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 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.