Spartan K4 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 13, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2011–2018 Spartan — 6 models

Recall number

17V160000

Brand / firm

Spartan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,783 units

Why it was recalled

A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, and reinstall the properly torqued ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Spartan's number for this recall is 17004.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.