repaired · 2025 Q4
Steering
Risk. A sudden loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
2023 Spartan K3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2023 Spartan K3, most often about the steering. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-052 the manufacturer reports only 67% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 19, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Spartan K3 has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2023 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 · 2024 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. A sudden loss of drive power, or reduced visibility from a loss of head lights or windshield wipers can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Steering
Risk. A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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
2023 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What K3 owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
This vehicle is subject to recall 24V-052. I got a notice in March from Spartan RV Chassis about repair of a steering issue that causes the loss of power steering assist after close quarters maneuvering. This problem appeared after we got the notice and is worsening. Because this is a 25 ton RV,…
There are two problems with this vehicle. 1) Power steering fails randomly. The failure is in the steering column. The failure can happen at any speed. When the failure occurs the vehicle will suddenly lose power steering causing the loss of full control of the steering. Unable to use the power…
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