CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain Spartan vehicles have front independent suspension (IFS) modules whose ball joints can loosen and separate. When a ball joint separates, the driver may partially lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Spartan will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will remove the ball joint, clean it, apply thread locker, and reinstall it to the correct torque.
To find out whether your vehicle is included, check your VIN for open recalls, or contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277 (Spartan recall number 17004).
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