Service brakes, air: antilockRecall 13V-392 · Spartan vehicles
Spartan Motors, Inc. recall 13V-392 covers 113 Spartan vehicles for a service brakes, air: antilock problem, reported to NHTSA on August 30, 2013. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q1) shows 65% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V392000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Spartan Motor Chassis, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 MM, 2011-2014 K2, and 2010-2012 K3 motor home chassis. Due to contact with the steering relay rod, the ABS modulator valve may fracture resulting in air not being applied to the affected wheel end.
The risk
This may increase stopping distance of the vehicle or cause the vehicle to pull to one side. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Spartan will notify owners and dealers will reorient the ABS modulator valve and install spacers for additional clearance, free of charge. The recall began on September 17, 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-517-543-6400. spartan's recall campaign number is 12008.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.