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2022 SPARTAN K3

7 recalls — 0 complaints — 13 TSBs

23V062000 Feb 9, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2022-2024 Spartan RV K1, K2, K3, and K4 motorhome chassis. A vehicle control module software error may cause loss of drive power or loss of key safety functions, such as loss of head lights or windshield wipers.
Consequence
A sudden loss of drive power, or reduced visibility from a loss of head lights or windshield wipers can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Shyft Group will update the vehicle control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 23-01.
2,336 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
22V531000 Jul 22, 2022
STEERING
Defect Description
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2022-2023 Spartan RV Chassis K1, K2, K3, and K4 vehicles. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.
Consequence
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Shyft Group will inspect and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2022. Owners may contact Spartan RV Chassis' customer service at 855.589.9836. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 22-04.
100 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
21V969000 Dec 14, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Shyft Group (Shyft Group) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Spartan RV Chassis K3 vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
Consequence
A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
On engines with 75 miles or less, dealers will install vibration isolators to the fuel tubes. Engines with more than 75 miles will receive new fuel tubes with vibration isolators. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2021. Owners may contac... Read more
143 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
21V752000 Sep 27, 2021
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Defect Description
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2020-2022 Spartan RV Chassis K3 and K4 recreational vehicles. A machining defect may cause pressure to build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Shyft Group will inspect the pump serial number, and replace the power steering pump if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group's customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-21.
91 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
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.
2,727 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
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.
2,783 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
21V214000 Mar 25, 2021
STEERING
Defect Description
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2021-2022 Spartan RV Chassis K1, K2, K3, and K4 vehicles. The steering output shaft inside the steering column may be too short and could disengage from the steering input shaft.
Consequence
Disengagement of the steering output shaft could result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Shyft Group will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the steering column, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-07.
37 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Shyft Group

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2022 SPARTAN K3

13 manufacturer communications from 8 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT3
020000 SUSPENSION2
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS1
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN1
010000 STEERING1
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING1
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
TSB23-880-001 Jun 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to properly install the RCM after shipped short due to a supplier shortage.
TSB23-520-001A Jun 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides instructions to inspect and rewire 120V box in accordance with diagram. Revision to the previous bulletin released.
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.
TSB22-270-001 Jul 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Vehicles subject to this service bulletin may be equipped with an engine cooling fan drive belt that could be loose.
TSB22-270-001 Jul 14, 2022
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Vehicles subject to this service bulletin may be equipped with an engine cooling fan drive belt that could be loose.
TSB22-270-001 Jul 14, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Vehicles subject to this service bulletin may be equipped with an engine cooling fan drive belt that could be loose.
CSB21-360-001 Apr 22, 2021
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
This service bulletin describes the process to remove and replace the control module for the tire pressure monitoring system that was originally equipped with a non-required resistor that may cause disruption to electronics on the body side
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,
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,
CSB21-250-001 Mar 8, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin has been issued to correct a condition where the lower shock mounting bracket fasteners may loosen or sheer where they connect to the independent front suspension supplied by Reyco Granning.
CSB21-250-001 Mar 8, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin has been issued to correct a condition where the lower shock mounting bracket fasteners may loosen or sheer where they connect to the independent front suspension supplied by Reyco Granning.

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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Year Recalls Complaints
2025 1 0 View
2024 2 1 View
2023 4 2 View
2022 (current) 7 0
2021 6 0 View
2020 5 0 View
2019 4 0 View
2018 6 0 View
2017 7 0 View
2016 5 0 View
2015 9 0 View
2014 7 0 View
2013 9 0 View
2012 8 2 View
2011 9 0 View
2010 7 1 View
2009 4 0 View
2008 6 0 View
2007 4 0 View
2006 4 0 View
2005 4 22 View
2004 3 0 View

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