Recall 15V471 affects 106 2015-2016 Spartan K3 and K2 vehicles for air-suspension power loss. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.
Spartan is recalling 106 2015-2016 K2 and K3 vehicles under recall 15V471 because power can be lost in the air suspension system. Air suspension failure can reduce vehicle control and increase crash risk, and Spartan dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2015-2016 Spartan K2 and K3 motor home chassis use an electronic control module to manage the air suspension and passive steer tag axle. The air suspension sets ride height, keeping the coach level on its air springs, while the passive steer tag axle helps the rear axle follow turns instead of scrubbing through them.
On recalled chassis, power to that suspension control module runs through an interface module. During engine cranking, low system voltage can cause the interface module microprocessor to lock up. When it locks up, it stops sending electrical power to the suspension control module, so the suspension does not reach the commanded ride height. Spartan found that this condition affects roll steer, which affects vehicle handling.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue was identified after air suspensions did not achieve ride height, so an owner or technician can notice the coach sitting or riding incorrectly after the fault has already occurred.
Who's affected?
Both K2 and K3 are included for the 2015 and 2016 model years; each is tied to the same suspension component.
| 2016 Spartan K3 | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2016 Spartan K2 | suspension component |
| 2015 Spartan K2 | suspension component |
| 2015 Spartan K3 | suspension component |
| Units affected | 106 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
An air suspension system failure can cause loss of some vehicle control and increase crash risk. This can happen without warning, so schedule the repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Spartan K2 or K3 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the free electrical-circuit repair for the air suspension control module.
- Bring the recall notice if Spartan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V471 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, since the air suspension power-loss defect can reduce vehicle control.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Spartan technician installs an independent electrical circuit that supplies power to the air suspension control module. The recall repair is available, and the parts and labor are free. The service desk can confirm the VIN on the repair order, then document that the added circuit was installed for this recall. Spartan lists this as the corrective repair for the power loss condition in the air suspension system.
Timeline
| July 28, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 31, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| July 31, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 21, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 21, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 9, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V471?
Recall 15V471 covers 106 2015-2016 Spartan K2 and K3 vehicles with an air suspension electrical issue. Power can be lost to the suspension control module, which reduces vehicle control and increases crash risk. Spartan dealers install an independent electrical circuit for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Spartan K3 or K2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V471. If it is, contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the air suspension circuit repair. Reference recall number 15V471 or Spartan recall number 15018 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 15V471, Spartan dealers install an independent electrical circuit that supplies power to the air suspension control module free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced vehicle control if the air suspension system loses power. Recall 15V471 says that air suspension failure increases crash risk, so confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair if your Spartan K2 or K3 is included.
When did the Spartan recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on September 9, 2015. Since the remedy is available, owners of included 2015-2016 Spartan K2 and K3 vehicles can contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the free electrical circuit installation.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V471000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan customer service | 1-517-543-6400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V471 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V471000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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