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2018 SPARTAN K4 Recall - Campaign #17V160000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

2018 SPARTAN K4 RECALL - #17V160000

RECALL FOR SUSPENSION : FRONT : CONTROL ARM

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.

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Vehicle 2018 SPARTAN K4
Manufacturer Spartan Motors USA
Manufactured between 4/19/2011 - 3/6/2017
Recalled on 3/14/2017
Influenced by Spartan Motors USA
Owners Notified on 3/24/2017
# Affected 2,783
Recalled for SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Description 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.
Consequences A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action 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.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
See also 2018 SPARTAN K4 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

2018 SPARTAN K4 Recall for SERVICE BRAKES

2018 SPARTAN K4 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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