The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16V313000·Announced 2016-05-17

Spartan K3 and MM Motorhome Chassis Recalled for Exhaust Fire Risk

Spartan is recalling 2007-2015 K3 and MM motorhome chassis because a torn flexible exhaust tube may allow hot gas to contact other components, increasing fire risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (exhaust system) that poses a significant fire risk, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Spartan Motors USA is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 Spartan K3 and MM motorhome chassis manufactured between September 21, 2006, and March 23, 2015. The recall affects 2,582 vehicles.

In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear, allowing hot exhaust to blow against other components or materials. If hot exhaust gas contacts these components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.

Spartan will notify the motorhome manufacturers that purchased the affected chassis. Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correct them, and replace any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SPARTAN K3, MM
Brand
SPARTAN
Manufacturer
Spartan Motors USA
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome Chassis
Hazard
Affected units
2,582

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • K3
  • MM

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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