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Campaign 15V549 Posted September 1, 2015 1,212 units

2004-2008 Spartan K2/K3/Mm Recall 15V549: Cooling Fan Defect

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 31, 2026

Recall 15V549 covers 1,212 2004-2008 Spartan Mm, K3, and K2 motorhomes for cooling fan detachment. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.

Spartan is recalling 1,212 2004-2008 K2, K3, and Mm motorhomes because the engine cooling fan can separate from the fan drive while spinning. If the engine area is open when that happens, a nearby person can be injured, and the Spartan dealer repair will be free once Spartan makes the remedy available.

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What's wrong?

The engine cooling fan on 2004-2008 Spartan Mm, K3, and K2 motorhome chassis pulls air through the radiator to help control engine temperature. The fan drive is the hardware that turns that fan while the engine is running. That connection has to stay secure because the fan spins with force inside the cooling system area.

In NHTSA campaign 15V549, Spartan reports that the fan can separate from the fan drive while it is spinning. Spartan has not listed a specific root cause in the recall information, so the plain problem is the fan-to-drive connection is not staying secured during operation. Depending on the fan drive setup, the dealer repair includes replacing the fan drive and related parts.

There is no warning sign before failure. Spartan says the engine cooling fan can separate without warning, so an owner should not count on noise, vibration, or a dashboard light before the problem happens.

Who's affected?

Spans the Mm, K3, and K2 models across the 2004-2008 model years, all tied to the same cooling-system fan component.

2006 Spartan Mm Fan
2007 Spartan Mm Fan
2007 Spartan K3 Fan
2008 Spartan K2 Fan
2005 Spartan Mm Fan
Units affected1,212
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this recall.

What's the safety risk?

If the engine area is open while the cooling fan is running, a fan that separates can injure someone nearby. The fan can separate without warning, so keep people clear of the engine area and schedule service promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Spartan dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2004-2008 Spartan Mm, K3, or K2 is included in this recall.
  2. Contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454 to confirm current repair timing before scheduling service.
  3. Ask a franchised Spartan dealer about the free fan and fan drive replacement that fixes the cooling fan separation risk.
  4. Bring the recall notice if Spartan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V549 and Spartan recall 15014 when you call.
  5. Keep people clear of the engine area while the cooling fan is operating until the repair is complete.

What happens at the repair

For this repair, a Spartan technician replaces the engine cooling fan and fan drive system so the fan stays secured while it spins. Spartan's filing says the recall began on October 29, 2015, after interim notices were mailed that same day. Because the repair status is not listed as available here, confirm repair readiness before planning service. Once available, the dealer repair is free under the recall, including replacement parts and labor.

Timeline

September 1, 2015 NHTSA published the recall
October 2, 2015 Dealer notification began
October 2, 2015 Dealer notification ended
October 23, 2015 VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
October 23, 2015 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
October 29, 2015 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V549?

Recall 15V549 covers 1,212 2004-2008 Spartan Mm, K3, and K2 motorhomes with an engine cooling fan that can separate from the fan drive while spinning. Spartan's remedy is to replace the fan and fan drive system free of charge.

What should I do if my 2004-2008 Spartan Mm, K3, or K2 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 15V549. If it is, contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454 or a franchised Spartan service location and reference recall 15014. The fan and fan drive replacement is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Spartan's recall remedy says dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.

What is the safety risk?

The risk is injury to a person near the open engine area if the cooling fan detaches while the fan is operating. Keep people clear of the engine compartment when the fan is running, and arrange the free fan and fan drive replacement if your VIN is included.

What if I bought this Spartan motorhome used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. If you never received Spartan's October 29, 2015 notice, check your VIN and reference recall 15014 when you contact Spartan customer service or the service location.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V549000
Spartan customer service1-800-582-3454
NHTSA recall #15V549
NHTSA recall # (full)15V549000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →