NHTSA Recall 14V829000
Filed by Shyft Group. Component: Steering. Reported 2014-12-30. An estimated 32 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2015 K3 Chassis manufactured November 22, 2013, to October 28, 2014. The steering slip shaft, located between the steering column and steering gear, may prematurely wear.
Risk
Premature wear of the steering slip shaft may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected slip shaft, free of charge. The recall began on February 3, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14022.
Manufacturer campaign number: 14022
Notes
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.safercar.gov.