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Spartan K2 Recall 21V041: Steering Gear Bolts May Loosen, Causing Crash Risk

NHTSA campaign 21V041, reported February 2, 2021, 548 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The steering gear mounting fasteners on these vehicles may come loose. They can fall out or interfere with other steering components, which may make the vehicle difficult to steer.

Difficulty steering increases the risk of a crash. If you own one of these vehicles, contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will remove and replace the steering gear mounting fasteners free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021.

You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V041Shyft Group
Component
STEERING; STEERING:COLUMN:MOUNTING BRACKET
Problem
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2020-2021 RV Chassis K2, K3, K4 vehicles. The steering gear mounting fasteners may come loose, and fall out or interfere with other steering components.
Risk
If the steering gear mounting fasteners interfere with other steering components, difficulty in steering may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Shyft Group will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the steering gear mounting fasteners, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454.
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 K220202021
Spartan K320202021
Spartan K420202021