There have been 33 safety recalls for the Spartan K3. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Spartan K3.
a sudden loss of drive power, or reduced visibility from a loss of head lights or windshield wipers can increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2022 Spartan K1, 2023 Spartan K1, 2022 Spartan K2, 2023 Spartan K2, 2022 Spartan K3, 2023 Spartan K3, 2022 Spartan K4, 2023 Spartan K4 |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE |
| Recall Summary: shyft group is recalling certain 2022-2023 spartan rv k1, k2, k3, and k4 motorhome chassis. a vehicle control module software error may cause loss of drive power or loss of key safety functions, such as loss of head lights or windshield wipers.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Spartan K3, 2021 Spartan K3, 2022 Spartan K3, 2023 Spartan K3 |
| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL |
| Recall Summary: shyft group (shyft group) is recalling certain 2020-2023 spartan rv chassis k3 vehicles. the fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Spartan K2, 2018 Spartan K2, 2019 Spartan K2, 2020 Spartan K2, 2021 Spartan K2, 2022 Spartan K2, 2017 Spartan K3, 2018 Spartan K3, 2019 Spartan K3, 2020 Spartan K3, 2021 Spartan K3, 2022 Spartan K3 |
| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL |
| Recall Summary: shyft group is recalling certain 2017-2022 spartan rv chassis k2 and k3 vehicles. the sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Spartan Gladiator, 2018 Spartan Gladiator, 2017 Spartan K3, 2018 Spartan K3, 2017 Spartan K4, 2018 Spartan K4 |
| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain 2017-2018 k3 and k4 motor home chassis and gladiator emergency response chassis cabs equipped with cummins isx 15l engines. These engines have a fuel pump whose drive gear could possibly slip on its drive shaft, causing a fuel pump function loss, ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Spartan Gladiator, 2011 Spartan Gladiator, 2012 Spartan Gladiator, 2013 Spartan Gladiator, 2014 Spartan Gladiator, 2010 Spartan K2, 2011 Spartan K2, 2012 Spartan K2, 2013 Spartan K2, 2014 Spartan K2, 2010 Spartan K3, 2011 Spartan K3, 2012 Spartan K3, 2013 Spartan K3, 2014 Spartan K3 |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain 2010-2014 k2 and k3 motor home chassis and gladiator emergency response chassis cabs. A component within the starter motor may break, potentially resulting in the starter motor overheating or drawing excessive current. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2011 Spartan Gladiator, 2012 Spartan Gladiator, 2013 Spartan Gladiator, 2014 Spartan Gladiator, 2015 Spartan Gladiator, 2016 Spartan Gladiator, 2017 Spartan Gladiator, 2012 Spartan K2, 2013 Spartan K2, 2014 Spartan K2, 2015 Spartan K2, 2016 Spartan K2, 2017 Spartan K2, 2018 Spartan K2, 2011 Spartan K3, 2012 Spartan K3, 2013 Spartan K3, 2014 Spartan K3, 2015 Spartan K3, 2016 Spartan K3, 2017 Spartan K3, 2018 Spartan K3, 2017 Spartan K4, 2018 Spartan K4, 2016 Spartan Metrostar, 2017 Spartan Metrostar, 2011 Spartan MM, 2012 Spartan MM, 2013 Spartan MM, 2014 Spartan MM, 2015 Spartan MM, 2016 Spartan MM, 2017 Spartan MM |
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM |
| Recall Summary: 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. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Unintended deceleration or acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Spartan K2, 2017 Spartan K3 |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2017 spartan specialty vehicle k2 and k3 vehicles manufactured March 24, 2016, to August 31, 2016. The throttle circuit wires on the affected vehicles may not have been be twisted to cancel out electromagnetic interference, and as a ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Spartan Gladiator, 2011 Spartan Gladiator, 2012 Spartan Gladiator, 2013 Spartan Gladiator, 2014 Spartan Gladiator, 2015 Spartan Gladiator, 2016 Spartan Gladiator, 2017 Spartan Gladiator, 2010 Spartan K3, 2011 Spartan K3, 2012 Spartan K3, 2013 Spartan K3, 2014 Spartan K3, 2015 Spartan K3, 2016 Spartan K3, 2017 Spartan K3, 2010 Spartan Metrostar, 2011 Spartan Metrostar, 2012 Spartan Metrostar, 2013 Spartan Metrostar, 2014 Spartan Metrostar, 2015 Spartan Metrostar, 2016 Spartan Metrostar, 2017 Spartan Metrostar |
| Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2010-2017 emergency response k3, metrostar, and gladiator emergency response chassis cabs and motor home chassis manufactured April 12, 2010, to August 31, 2016.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Spartan Gladiator, 2017 Spartan K3 |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors USA (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2017 gladiator and k3 motorhome chassis manufactured April 18, 2016, through June 7, 2016 and equipped with cummins isx15 engines using certain engine control modules (ecm).... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2007 Spartan K3, 2008 Spartan K3, 2009 Spartan K3, 2010 Spartan K3, 2011 Spartan K3, 2012 Spartan K3, 2013 Spartan K3, 2014 Spartan K3, 2015 Spartan K3, 2007 Spartan MM, 2008 Spartan MM, 2009 Spartan MM, 2010 Spartan MM, 2011 Spartan MM, 2012 Spartan MM, 2013 Spartan MM, 2014 Spartan MM, 2015 Spartan MM |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Recall Summary: Spartan motors (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 spartan k3 and mm motorhome chassis manufactured September 21, 2006, to March 23, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear allowing hot exhaust to blow against other components or materials. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 9, 2023 | Electrical System:software | 2,336 |
| Dec. 14, 2021 | Fuel System, Diesel:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail | 143 |
| May. 5, 2021 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail | 2,783 |
| Jun. 27, 2017 | Diesel Fuel System | 28 |
| May. 31, 2017 | Electrical System:starter Assembly | 721 |
| Mar. 13, 2017 | Suspension:front:control Arm | 2,783 |
| Oct. 26, 2016 | Electrical System:wiring | 245 |
| Sep. 19, 2016 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump | 264 |
| Jun. 13, 2016 | Electrical System:ignition:module | 15 |
| May. 17, 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System | 2,582 |
| Sep. 1, 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:fan | 1,212 |
| Jul. 28, 2015 | Suspension | 106 |
| Jun. 19, 2015 | Power Train:axle Assembly | 144 |
| Apr. 10, 2015 | Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered Axle Assembly | 66 |
| Dec. 30, 2014 | Steering | 32 |
| Dec. 23, 2014 | Steering:linkages | 277 |
| Nov. 24, 2014 | Air Brake | 1,059 |
| Oct. 25, 2013 | Steering:linkages | 175 |
| Aug. 30, 2013 | Service Brakes, Air:antilock | 113 |
| Jun. 10, 2013 | Suspension:front:wheel Bearing | 75 |
| May. 8, 2013 | Steering | 2,694 |
| Dec. 6, 2012 | Suspension:front | 23 |
| Oct. 17, 2011 | Vehicle Speed Control | 1,294 |
| Aug. 17, 2011 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 212 |
| Aug. 11, 2011 | Air Brake | 313 |
| Dec. 16, 2009 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages | 70 |
| Nov. 30, 2009 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 14 |
| May. 28, 2009 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:quick Release Valve | 484 |
| Jun. 20, 2008 | Steering | 213 |
| Jul. 13, 2007 | Steering | 89 |
| Oct. 31, 2006 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Mar. 31, 2006 | Electrical System:fuses And Circuit Breakers | 54 |
| Jun. 17, 2005 | Steering:linkages | 86 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2023 Spartan K3 | 2 |
| 2022 Spartan K3 | 3 |
| 2021 Spartan K3 | 2 |
| 2020 Spartan K3 | 2 |
| 2019 Spartan K3 | 1 |
| 2018 Spartan K3 | 3 |
| 2017 Spartan K3 | 6 |
| 2016 Spartan K3 | 4 |
| 2015 Spartan K3 | 9 |
| 2014 Spartan K3 | 7 |
| 2013 Spartan K3 | 9 |
| 2012 Spartan K3 | 8 |
| 2011 Spartan K3 | 9 |
| 2010 Spartan K3 | 7 |
| 2009 Spartan K3 | 4 |
| 2008 Spartan K3 | 6 |
| 2007 Spartan K3 | 4 |
| 2006 Spartan K3 | 4 |
| 2005 Spartan K3 | 4 |
| 2004 Spartan K3 | 3 |