repaired · 2018 Q4
Electrical system: starter assembly
Risk. A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
2013 Spartan K2Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2013 Spartan K2, most often about the steering. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-747 the manufacturer reports only 56% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 21, 2017. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Spartan K2 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Steering
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2013 Spartan K2 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Front: control arm
Risk. A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Steering: linkages
Risk. If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Service brakes, air
Risk. The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2015 Q1
Steering: linkages
Risk. This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Service brakes, air: antilock
Risk. This may increase stopping distance of the vehicle or cause the vehicle to pull to one side.
no report yet
Front: wheel bearing
Risk. Incorrect wheel bearings may cause the vehicle to pull to one side and with continued use, there is a risk of a fire starting at the wheel.
no report yet
Antilock: wheel speed sensor
Risk. Damaged brake hoses will result in insufficient air being applied to the front brake chambers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Spartan.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other K2 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the K2 median. How we score
'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What K2 owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TODAY, (8/21/2017) IS THE FIRST I LEARNED OF SAFETY RECALL 17V-160. SPARTAN REFUSES TO ALLOW ME TO TAKE MY MOTOR HOME TO MY SERVICE FACILITY 30 MILES FROM MY HOME. INSTEAD, THEY INSIST I TAKE THE MOTOR HOME ALMOST 75 MILES, WHERE I MUST LEAVE IT AN EXTENDED TIME FOR THE REPAIR, TO A SPARTAN…
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