Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
SPARTAN
Model Of Vehicle
K4
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
17V160000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Control Arm
Effect Of Defect
A Separated Ball Joint Can Cause A Loss Of Steering Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Spartan Motors Usa
Start Of Manufacture
20110419
End Of Manufacture
20170306
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2783
Date Owners Notified
20170324
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Date Report Received
20170313
Make Campaign Number
17004