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2023 SPARTAN K3

4 recalls — 2 complaints — 10 TSBs

24V052000 Jan 30, 2024
STEERING
Defect Description
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2023-2025 Spartan RV K2, K3, and K4 chassis. The steering gear may have foreign material inside the gear that could build pressure within the system, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
A sudden loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Shyft Group will remove and replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2024. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 24-01.
797 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
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

Complaint Statistics

2 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
STEERING2
STEERING Jun 19, 2024
Incident date: Mar 27, 2024
This vehicle constantly displays and announces erroneous “Emergency Assist Is Currently Not Available” and “Travel Assist Is Currently Not Available” warnings. These warnings distract drivers and put the safety of the driver, passengers, and the public at risk because drivers have to take ph... Read more
STEERING May 24, 2022
Incident date: Feb 8, 2022
There are two problems with this vehicle. 1) Power steering fails randomly. The failure is in the steering column. The failure can happen at any speed. When the failure occurs the vehicle will suddenly lose power steering causing the loss of full control of the steering. Unable to use the power stee... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins — 2023 SPARTAN K3

10 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
010000 STEERING2
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN1
350000 EQUIPMENT1
015200 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS1
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.
CSB22-260-001.22 Aug 8, 2022
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin is to provide instructions on changing power steering hoses due to a resonance in the steering in a full turn.
CSB22-260-001.22 Aug 8, 2022
015200 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
This service bulletin is to provide instructions on changing power steering hoses due to a resonance in the steering in a full turn.
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.

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
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2024 2 1 View
2023 (current) 4 2
2022 7 0 View
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

Other SPARTAN Models

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