NHTSA recall 09V455000
Engine and engine cooling
Spartan K3
Reported Nov 30, 200914 vehicles affectedSPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.Maker’s number 09025Built Dec 12, 2004 – Mar 1, 2006
The defect
Spartan IS recalling 14 model year 2005 and 2006 motorhomes manufactured between november 12, 2004 and march 1, 2006, equipped with caterpillar C15 engine. the variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
The risk
An oil leak may result in a fire hazard.
The remedy
Spartan IS working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. please see recall 09e-020. caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. the safety recall began on december 7, 2009. owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or spartan at 1-800-543-4277 option 1.