Recall
Spartan K4 — 17V160000
NHTSA ID
17V160000
Make
Spartan
Model
K4
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2017-03-13
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Units Affected
2,783
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
17004
Summary
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.
Consequence
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.