2018 SPARTAN K2
5 recalls — 0 complaints — 27 TSBs
21V589000 Jul 29, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2018-2022 K1, K2, K3, and K4 Spartan RV Chassis. The instrument cluster may intermittently go blank while the vehicle is in motion.
Consequence
A blank instrument cluster display may be missing critical information such as the vehicle's speed and warning lights, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Shyft Group will update the control module software, and reroute and secure the duct work, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 15, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-13.
21V319000 May 5, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2017-2022 Spartan RV Chassis K2 and K3 vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 25, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-11.
18V538000 Aug 15, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Spartan Specialty K2 vehicles. The park brake systems on these chassis may not be able to prevent the vehicles from moving unintentionally if parked on a grade. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor... Read more
Consequence
If the vehicle moves unintentionally while parked on a grade, it could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify the Entegra motorhome owners, and Spartan dealers will install new brake chambers, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 18023.
18V384000 Jun 7, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
17V160000 Mar 13, 2017
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2018 SPARTAN K2
27 manufacturer communications from 18 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 4 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| 260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 2 |
| 114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1 |
| 023100 SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE:TORQUE ARM | 1 |
| 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 1 |
TSB23-540-001
Dec 21, 2023
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin is about certain vehicles equipped with 92 inch or longer roof mounted light bars that could experience fracture of the light bar mounting brackets, as well as provides instructions to replace the light bar bracket wit
TSB23-260-001
Dec 11, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin is about the power steering fluid level sensor could exhibit leaks where sensor seals against power steering reservoir and provides instructions on replacing current power steering level sensor with improved sensor des
TSB22-270-001
Sep 29, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides a remedy for a loose drive belt on the engine in the event of premature wear.
TSB22-260-007
Sep 23, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This document represents a procedure to remedy a condition with potential engine overheating during certain idling events. A larger capacity fan drive pump will be installed.
TP-18032
Jun 3, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
This is Wabco/ZF's document that provides instruction on how to reprogram the CMS radar.
TSB21-320-001
Jun 3, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to reduce the potential for perceived false positive activation of the Collision Mitigation System.
CSB21-340-001
Mar 11, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin applies to certain motor homes and has been issued to have the correct torque applied to certain fasteners at the rear suspension that is supplied by Reyco Granning,
CSB21-340-001
Mar 11, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin applies to certain motor homes and has been issued to have the correct torque applied to certain fasteners at the rear suspension that is supplied by Reyco Granning,
TSB20-560-003
Feb 27, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The fuel level may intermittently show a dash on the LMC Panel. However it does not impact the fuel gauge.
TSB19-510-001.19
Jan 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides a solution if equipped with a Trimark Keyless system exhibits a no start condition when using the keyless system.
TSB19-510-001.19
Jan 6, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides a solution if equipped with a Trimark Keyless system exhibits a no start condition when using the keyless system.
CSB18-330-010B
Jul 18, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin is an amendment to a previously submitted service bulletin, that applies to certain motorhome chassis, with additional parts segregated for the applicable models. The instructions in the document provide steps to insta
CSB18-330-010B
Jul 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin is an amendment to a previously submitted service bulletin, that applies to certain motorhome chassis, with additional parts segregated for the applicable models. The instructions in the document provide steps to insta
CSB18-330-010
May 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides a proactive solution for the self leveling system supplied by Hadley to prevent it from operating continuously even with the vehicle ignition in the off position.
TSB19-560-001
Feb 26, 2019
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
This service bulletin provides instruction on how to prevent the brief signal interruption in the tire pressure monitoring system.
TSB18-250-003
Nov 2, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides instructions to replace shocks to improve the ride of affected motor homes.
TSB18-560-003
Oct 17, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides instructions on correcting a condition in which the air pressure readings may be reversed. (e.g. Secondary gauge reads Primary System, Primary gauge reads Secondary system.
TSB18-560-003
Oct 17, 2018
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This service bulletin provides instructions on correcting a condition in which the air pressure readings may be reversed. (e.g. Secondary gauge reads Primary System, Primary gauge reads Secondary system.
TSB18-290-003
Sep 10, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This service bulletin provides instructions on replacing the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Tube support bracket in the event is damaged if identified when conducting recall 18V-384.
TSB18-290-003
Sep 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides instructions on replacing the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Tube support bracket in the event is damaged if identified when conducting recall 18V-384.
TSB18-290-003
Sep 10, 2018
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This service bulletin provides instructions on replacing the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Tube support bracket in the event is damaged if identified when conducting recall 18V-384.
CSB18-330-003
Jun 13, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin was issued to correct a condition in which the air suspension system would not function as designed due to air leaks in the an manifold. It identifies the models affected in addition to their model years and the respec
CSB18-330-003
Jun 13, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin was issued to correct a condition in which the air suspension system would not function as designed due to air leaks in the an manifold. It identifies the models affected in addition to their model years and the respec
CSB18-330-003
Jun 13, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin was issued to correct a condition in which the air suspension system would not function as designed due to air leaks in the an manifold. It identifies the models affected in addition to their model years and the respec
TSB17-500-001
Oct 4, 2017
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
This service bulletin provides instruction on correct an incorrectly installed circuit breaker.
4VZ-E9QSR-09
Aug 18, 2017
023100 SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE:TORQUE ARM
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to apply appropriate torque to rear suspension fasteners to resolve popping noises.
4VZ-E9QSR-09
Aug 18, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to apply appropriate torque to rear suspension fasteners to resolve popping noises.
NHTSA Safety Investigations — SPARTAN K2
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EQ12004
Opened: Apr 2, 2012 — Closed: May 25, 2012
TSE Brakes, Inc. Hill Hold Requirements
On March 22, 2012, Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) notified the NHTSA that it had decided a defect exists in certain model year 2012 K2 and MG chassis manufactured from December 15, 2011, through January 31, 2012, and equipped with 3030 brake chambers.These vehicles fail to comply with the re... Read more
SPARTAN K2 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SPARTAN K2 across all model years (1997–2025).
146
Total Recalls
18
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
SPARTAN K2 — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 9 | 1 | View |
| 2021 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | View |
| 2019 | 6 | 4 | View |
| 2018 (current) | 5 | 0 | |
| 2017 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 8 | 2 | View |
| 2012 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 8 | 2 | View |
| 2007 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 7 | 5 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 0 | View |