Spartan Motors (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Gladiator, K2, K3, MetroStar, and MM motorhome and emergency response chassis cabs manufactured November 28, 2012, to October 15, 2013. The castle nuts for the steering linkage may loosen, allowing the steering linkage to separate.
Shyft Group – Steering Linkage Fasteners may Loosen
| Report Received Date | 12/23/2014 |
| NHTSA ID | 14V812000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14023. |
| Recall Code | 14023 |
| Potentially Affected | 277 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=14V812000) |
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