NHTSA Recall 17V160000: Suspension: control arm
Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,783 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Spartan Gladiator.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V160000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17004 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM |
| Report received | March 13, 2017 |
| Owner notification | March 24, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Gladiator, 2016-2017 MetroStar, 2012-2018 K2, 2011-2018 K3, 2017-2018 K4, and 2011-2017 MM vehicles. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
Safety risk
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, and reinstall the properly torqued ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 17004.
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 17V160000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Spartan Gladiator | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Spartan K2 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Spartan K3 | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Spartan K4 | 2017, 2018 |
| Spartan Metrostar | 2016, 2017 |
| Spartan Mm | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.