2017 SPARTAN K2 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2017 SPARTAN K2 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to safety and fuel system components based on recall data. There are no consumer complaints submitted for this model year.
The 7 recalls address various defects affecting tires, suspension, fuel system, accelerator pedal, and wiring. These recalls involve modifications or replacements intended to mitigate safety risks such as tire failure, loss of steering control, fuel leaks, and unintended acceleration.
Recalls- Tire damage risk. NHTSA recall 18V384000 affects 102 vehicles. Spartan is modifying the DEF fill mounting bracket to prevent contact with the tag axle tire which can cause tire damage and possible failure. Dealers provide this fix free of charge.
- Fuel system leak. Recall 21V319000 covers 2783 vehicles. The fuel rail assembly may leak due to improperly seated sealing washers, posing a fire risk. Dealers inspect and replace components as needed at no cost to owners.
- Steering control loss. Recall 17V160000 involves 2783 vehicles. Ball joints on the front suspension can separate and cause partial loss of steering. Dealers clean, secure, and reinstall ball joints with thread locker free of charge.
- Accelerator pedal interference. Recall 16V776000 affects 245 vehicles. Throttle circuit wires may lack proper twisting to cancel electromagnetic interference, causing unintended acceleration or deceleration. Dealers install an overlay harness to correct this issue.
- Electrical wiring defect. Also covered under recall 16V776000 for 245 vehicles. The wiring defect refers to the same throttle circuit wire issue causing erroneous throttle signals, fixed by the overlay harness installation.
The owner notification process has been conducted for all recalls with no "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" advisories issued. Owners with repeated repairs tied to safety defects or unresolved recalls may have rights under applicable state lemon laws and should seek legal advice to explore their options.
2017 SPARTAN K2 Summary
2017
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
5913
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2017 SPARTAN K2
2783 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2017-2022 Spartan RV Chassis K2 and K3 vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2017 SPARTAN K2
102 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Spartan Specialty Vehicles K2 and K3 motorhome chassis. The tag axle tire may become damaged due to contact with the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) fill mounting bracket.
Risk: The damaged tag axle tire may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 SPARTAN K2
2783 vehicles affected
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.
Risk: A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 SPARTAN K2
245 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2017 Spartan Specialty Vehicle K2 and K3 vehicles manufactured March 24, 2016, to August 31, 2016. The throttle circuit wires on the affected vehicles may not have been be twisted to cancel out electromagnetic interference, and as a result, interference may cause the throttle signal to be higher or lower than intended.
Risk: Unintended deceleration or acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.