Spartan K1 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 23, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Shyft Group recalls 2019–2020 Spartan K1

Recall number

19V049000

Brand / firm

Spartan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 73 units

Why it was recalled

The missing or improperly installed cotter pin may cause the actuator rod to detach, affecting brake performance and lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Specialty K1 motor home chassis equipped with independent front suspension and front drum brakes. The cotter pins may be missing or improperly installed at the actuator rod of the front slack adjuster for the front brakes.

What to do

Spartan will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the cotter pin installation, properly installing the pin and adjusting the brakes as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008. Spartan's number for this recall is 19001.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.