Spartan K3 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 19, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2015–2016 Spartan K3, MM, K2

Recall number

15V388000

Brand / firm

Spartan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 144 units

Why it was recalled

If the fasteners come loose, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 K2, K3 and MM chassis manufactured October 2, 2013, to April 2, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the fasteners that attach the stay rod (v-rod) to the rear drive axle may not have been installed with thread locker or tightened in the correct sequence.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fasteners using thread lock, tightening them in the proper sequence and with the required torque values, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15010.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.