The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·21V752000·Announced 2021-09-27

Spartan K3 and K4 Recalled for Power Steering Pump Defect

Shyft Group is recalling 2020-2022 Spartan K3 and K4 RVs because a machining defect may cause the power steering pump shaft seal to break, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

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 (power steering pump) that results in a loss of power steering assist, which increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Shyft Group is recalling certain 2020-2022 Spartan RV Chassis K3 and K4 recreational vehicles. A machining defect may cause pressure to build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash. Shyft Group will inspect the pump serial number and replace the power steering pump if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 23, 2021.

Owners may contact Shyft Group's customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-21. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SPARTAN K4, K3
Brand
SPARTAN
Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
91

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)

  • K4
  • K3

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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