Shyft Group Recalls 2023 Spartan K2 RV Chassis Due to Engine Shutdown Risk
Shyft Group is recalling 2023 Spartan K2 RV chassis because a faulty engine control module may cause an unexpected engine shutdown, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine control module failure) that can lead to unexpected engine shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash and potential injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury reports or structural defects.
Plain-English summary
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2023 Spartan RV Chassis K2 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the engine control module (ECM), which may experience an internal short-circuit. This failure can result in an unexpected engine shutdown without the ability to restart the vehicle.
An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, the source notes that a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
Owners should contact Shyft Group's customer service at 1-800-582-3454 to schedule a repair. Cummins will replace the ECM and fuse free of charge. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 22-05. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- SPARTAN K2
- Brand
- SPARTAN
- Manufacturer
- Shyft Group
- Category
- Vehicle — RV Chassis
- Affected units
- 38
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 (1)
- K2
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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