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Spartan K2 Recall 13V182: Steering

NHTSA campaign 13V182, reported May 8, 2013, 2,694 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 13V182Spartan Motors, Inc.
Component
STEERING
Problem
Spartan Motors Chassis (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 K2, and K3 and 2006-2010 MM motorhome chassis manufactured July 20, 2005, through December 17, 2010. The steering gear mounting brackets may crack and detach resulting in a loss of steering.
Risk
A loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners. Starting in mid-June 2013, dealers will install a replacement bracket or a reinforcement to the existing bracket. Until the remedy is available, owners may have their vehicle inspected at any Spartan service center. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Notices were mailed to owners on June 24, 2013. Owners can contact Spartan at 1-855-589-9836.
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.

Affected vehicles

Spartan K2200620072008200920102011
Spartan K3200620072008200920102011
Spartan MM20062007200820092010