NHTSA recall 14V812000
Steering › Linkages
Spartan Gladiator and 4 more
Reported Dec 23, 2014277 vehicles affectedSpartan Motors, Inc.Maker’s number 14023Built Nov 28, 2012 – Oct 15, 2013
The defect
Spartan Motors, Inc. (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.
The risk
If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
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.