CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
- Problem
- Entegra Coach (Entegra) is recalling certain 2012-2013 and 2015-2018 Anthem; 2013 and 2017-2018 Aspire; and 2012-2018 Cornerstone motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis. 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
- Entegra will notify owners, and Spartan service centers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, and reinstall the properly torqued ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2017. Owners may contact call Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277 or Entegra customer service at 1-800-945-4787.
- 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 motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis have front independent suspension modules whose ball joints can loosen and separate, resulting in a partial loss of steering.
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.
The repair is free. Spartan service centers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, and reinstall the ball joint with the correct torque. Entegra will notify owners, and you can also contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277 or Entegra customer service at 1-800-945-4787. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your motorhome is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Entegra Anthem | 201220132015201620172018 |
|---|---|
| Entegra Aspire | 201320172018 |
| Entegra Cornerstone | 2012201320142015201620172018 |