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NHTSA Recall 18V384000: Tires and 2 other components

Spartan Motors USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 102 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Spartan K2.

102
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2018
owners notified (June 25)
NHTSA campaign18V384000
Manufacturer campaign1806
ComponentsTIRES; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › MOUNTING; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Report receivedJune 7, 2018
Owner notificationJune 25, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Spartan Specialty Vehicles K2 and K3 motorhome chassis. The tag axle tire may become damaged due to contact with the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fill mounting bracket.

Safety risk

The damaged tag axle tire may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Spartan has notified owners, and dealers will modify the DEF fill mounting bracket to give adequate clearance to the tag axle tire, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 1806.

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 18V384000

Make and modelModel years
Spartan K22016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Spartan K32016, 2017, 2018, 2019

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.