Spartan Motors (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 K2, K3, MetroStar, and MM motor homes and one emergency response chassis. Castle nuts for the steering linkage ball joint fasteners, which mount to bell cranks, may be loose. If the castle nuts become completely loose, the steering linkage may separate from the bell cranks without warning.
Shyft Group – Steering Linkage Castle Nuts may be Loose
| Report Received Date | 10/25/2013 |
| NHTSA ID | 13V531000 |
| Consequence Summary | This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the castle nuts and tighten them as necessary. The recall began on December 9, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's recall campaign number is 13025. |
| Recall Code | 13025 |
| Potentially Affected | 175 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V531000) |
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