Defect Description For Recall
Spartan Is Recalling 14 Model Year 2005 And 2006 Motorhomes Manufactured Between November 12, 2004 And March 1, 2006, Equipped With Caterpillar C15 Engine. The Variable Valve Actuation Oil Line May Rub Against The P-Clips Retaining The Oil Line, Causing An Oil Leak.
Make Of Vehicle
SPARTAN
Model Of Vehicle
K3
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
09V455000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling
Effect Of Defect
An Oil Leak May Result In A Fire Hazard.
Fix Defect
Spartan Is Working With Caterpillar To Remedy These Vehicles. Please See Recall 09E-020. Caterpillar Will Inspect And Repair The Necessary Components Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On December 7, 2009. Owners May Contact Caterpillar Toll-Free At 1-800-447-4986 Or Spartan At 1-800-543-4277 Option 1.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Spartan Chassis, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20041212
End Of Manufacture
20060301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
14
Date Owners Notified
20091207
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Date Report Received
20091130
Make Campaign Number
9025