NHTSA Recall 05V283000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V283000; Date: Jun. 17, 2005
Drivers will lose steerability of the vehicle and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Spartan K2; 2005 Spartan K2; 2004 Spartan K3; 2005 Spartan K3
Component: Steering:linkages
Manufactured by: Spartan Chassis, Inc.
Affected Units:: 86
Recall Summary:
On certain motor homes, the I-shaft is the mechanical linkage between the steering wheel and the steering gear. At the non-welded side of the I-shaft there is a universal joint. It is possible that the fork shaft connection could be lost.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and repair the I-shaft. The recall began on August 15, 2005. Owners may contact spartan at 517-543-6400.
Recall Notes:
Spartan recall no. Spec 05022. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 15, 2005
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