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
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 (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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