Recall 14V020 affects 452 2010-2014 Spartan Mm motorhome chassis for sway bar end link binding. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.
Spartan is recalling 452 2010-2014 Mm motorhome chassis because increased front-suspension rebound travel can bind and break the sway bar end links. Broken end links can cause poor handling or sway, which increases crash risk, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front suspension on 2010-2014 Spartan Mm motorhome chassis supports the front axle and helps keep the coach stable as the wheels move over road surfaces. On units equipped with a sway bar and model 1253 front suspension, the sway bar works through end links, short connector rods that tie the bar to the suspension so it can resist side-to-side body roll.
In NHTSA campaign 14V020, Spartan says this front suspension design has increased rebound travel. Rebound travel is the downward movement of the suspension after it unloads, such as after a bump or dip. That extra travel can put the sway bar end link into a bind. Once the link binds, stress concentrates at the connector and the sway bar end link can break.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not count on a light, noise, or handling change before the end link breaks.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2010-2014 model years, with each listed model year tied to the front suspension.
| 2012 Spartan Mm | front suspension |
|---|---|
| 2011 Spartan Mm | front suspension |
| 2010 Spartan Mm | front suspension |
| 2013 Spartan Mm | front suspension |
| 2014 Spartan Mm | front suspension |
| Units affected | 452 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Broken sway bar end links can cause poor handling or vehicle sway, increasing the risk of a crash. If the vehicle feels unstable, avoid sharp maneuvers, slow down, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Spartan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2014 Spartan Mm is included in this recall.
- Watch for Spartan's owner letter if you have not received it, and keep it with your service records.
- Contact Spartan Chassis customer service at 1-517-543-6400 with questions and reference recall number 14V020 when you call.
- Ask a Spartan service location about the free sway-bar end-link and mounting repair that fixes the front suspension binding problem.
- Drive carefully until the repair is complete, and avoid sharp maneuvers if the motorhome feels loose or sways.
What happens at the repair
Spartan said owner notices began on March 4, 2014. At the dealer, a Spartan technician will replace the old sway bar end links with new end links and improved mounting hardware. That work addresses the end link binding described for the front suspension. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Spartan lists customer support at 1-517-543-6400 and recall number 12012 for this repair process.
Timeline
| January 28, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 4, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V020?
Recall 14V020 covers 452 2010-2014 Spartan Mm motorhome chassis with a front suspension sway bar end link issue. Increased rebound travel can bind the sway bar end links, break them, and cause poor handling or sway. Dealers will replace the end links and improve the mounting for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2014 Spartan Mm is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome chassis is included in recall 14V020. If it is, contact a Spartan dealer to schedule the sway bar end link replacement and improved mounting. Reference recall number 14V020 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Spartan's remedy says dealers will replace the old end links with new end links and improved mounting free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is poorer handling or sway if the sway bar end links break. That loss of stability increases crash risk, especially in a large motorhome chassis. Confirm the VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair if your chassis is included.
What if I bought this Spartan Mm used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the original owner. If you never received an owner notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Spartan Mm chassis is included, then call a Spartan dealer with recall number 14V020.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V020000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan customer service | 1-517-543-6400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V020 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V020000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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