CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING; TIRES
- Problem
- Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Spartan Specialty Vehicles K2 and K3 motorhome chassis. The tag axle tire may become damaged due to contact with the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fill mounting bracket.
- Risk
- The damaged tag axle tire may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Spartan has notified owners, and dealers will modify the DEF fill mounting bracket to give adequate clearance to the tag axle tire, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 1806.
- 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
On certain 2016-2019 Spartan K2 and K3 motorhome chassis, the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fill mounting bracket can contact the tag axle tire. Over time this contact can damage the tire.
A damaged tag axle tire may fail while driving, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk and address it promptly.
The repair is free. Dealers will modify the DEF fill mounting bracket to give the tag axle tire adequate clearance. Owners can contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008, and should also check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Spartan K2 | 2016201720182019 |
|---|---|
| Spartan K3 | 2016201720182019 |