repaired · 2018 Q2
Front: control arm
Risk. A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 Spartan K3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2015 Spartan K3. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-676 the manufacturer reports only 36% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 13, 2017. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Spartan K3 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2015 Spartan K3 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 Q1
Hydraulic power assist: pump
Risk. An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
Risk. If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Suspension
Risk. A failure of the air suspension system could result in a loss of some vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Show 5 more recalls
repaired · 2016 Q4
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. If the fasteners come loose, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Axle: non-powered axle assembly
Risk. If the tag axle moves off center, vehicle handling may suddenly be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Steering
Risk. Premature wear of the steering slip shaft may increase the risk of a vehicle 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.
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
2015 vs. every other K3 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 K3 median. How we score
'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
Own a 2015 K3?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.