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2004 SPARTAN K3

3 recalls — 0 complaints — 3 TSBs

15V549000 Sep 1, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Defect Description
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 K2, K3 and MM motorhomes manufactured March 17, 2003, to March 15, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may separate from the fan drive while the fan is spinning.
Consequence
If the engine area is open and the cooling fan is operating and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on October 29, 2015. The recall began on October 29, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is ... Read more
1,212 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Spartan Motors USA
07V300000 Jul 13, 2007
STEERING
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES AND FIRE TRUCKS, THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY CONTAINS A SPACER WITH INCORRECT DIMENSIONS. A SPACER OF INSUFFICIENT HEIGHT ALLOWS FOR EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE RETURN FUNCTION OF THE RECIRCULATION BALLS AND, AS A CONSEQUENCE, THERE IS A FAILURE IN THE CIRCULATORY FUNCTION OF THESE ... Read more
Consequence
IF THE FAILURE MODE IS ALLOWED TO CONTINUE, THE FINAL RESULT WILL BE INTERRUPTION IN THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE WHEELS OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE CAN NO LONGER BE STEERED AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 23, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPARTAN AT 517-543-6400.
89 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.
05V283000 Jun 17, 2005
STEERING:LINKAGES
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES, THE I-SHAFT IS THE MECHANICAL LINKAGE BETWEEN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE STEERING GEAR. AT THE NON-WELDED SIDE OF THE I-SHAFT THERE IS A UNIVERSAL JOINT. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE FORK SHAFT CONNECTION COULD BE LOST.
Consequence
DRIVERS WILL LOSE STEERABILITY OF THE VEHICLE AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR THE I-SHAFT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPARTAN AT 517-543-6400.
86 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2004 SPARTAN K3

3 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS1
091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY1
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM1
TSB-15-310-002 Sep 17, 2015
091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
SPARTAN MOTORS: SOME MOTOR HOME CHASSIS ARE EXPERIENCING A FUEL TANK DEFORMITY AND FUEL SENDER BY SHOWING LESS FUEL ON FUEL GAUGE THAN IN FUEL TANK AND WOULD NEED TO HAVE FUEL SENDER FLOAT ARM ADJUSTMENT. MODEL 2002-15 MM, K3, K2, NVS.
TSB-15-310-002 Sep 17, 2015
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
SPARTAN MOTORS: SOME MOTOR HOME CHASSIS ARE EXPERIENCING A FUEL TANK DEFORMITY AND FUEL SENDER BY SHOWING LESS FUEL ON FUEL GAUGE THAN IN FUEL TANK AND WOULD NEED TO HAVE FUEL SENDER FLOAT ARM ADJUSTMENT. MODEL 2002-15 MM, K3, K2, NVS.
05170001 Jan 1, 2006
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
ENGINE COOLING - MECHANICAL FAN DRIVE V-BELT ALIGNMENT. SPARTAN K2 AND K3 CHASSIS MODELS EQUIPPED WITH A MECHANICALLY DRIVEN ENGINE COOLING FAN, MANUFACTURED THROUGH SEPTEMBER 22, 2005. MISALIGNED PULLEYS MAY CAUSE DRIVE BELTS TO COME O

SPARTAN K3 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the SPARTAN K3 across all model years (2004–2025).

121 Total Recalls
28 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

SPARTAN K3 — Year by Year

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