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Campaign 21V589 Posted July 29, 2021 2,727 units

2018-2022 Spartan K1-K4 Recall 21V589: Instrument Cluster

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 20, 2026

Recall 21V589 affects 2,727 2018-2022 Spartan K1, K2, K3, and K4 RV chassis for blank instrument clusters. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.

Spartan is recalling 2,727 2018-2022 K1, K2, K3, and K4 RV chassis because the instrument cluster can go blank while the vehicle is moving. Without the display, owners can lose speed and warning-light information, which increases the risk of a crash; Spartan dealers will complete the repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The instrument cluster in 2018-2022 Spartan K1, K2, K3, and K4 RV chassis is the driver display for speed, warning lights, and gauge readings. It uses a control module to collect vehicle data and show it on the panel while the RV is moving. The driver depends on that display for basic operating information.

On affected chassis, defrost and defog duct work is routed close to the control module. If that duct work is not fully attached to the louvers, heat in that area can rise above the module's programmed temperature setting. When that happens, the instrument cluster can go blank during driving.

Owners can notice gauge data or warning indicators that look delayed or slow to update before the display goes blank. That slow update is the warning sign to report when calling a Spartan dealer about recall 21V589.

Who's affected?

K1, K2, K3, and K4 models span the 2018-2022 model years and share the same instrument panel issue.

2021 Spartan K2 instrument panel
2018 Spartan K4 instrument panel
2022 Spartan K4 instrument panel
2021 Spartan K3 instrument panel
2018 Spartan K2 instrument panel
Units affected2,727
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.

What's the safety risk?

A blank instrument cluster can hide speed and warning lights and increase the risk of a crash. If gauge data is delayed or indicators update slowly, treat that as a warning sign. Drive cautiously, keep extra distance, and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2022 Spartan K2, K4, K3, or K1 chassis is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the free control-module software update and duct-work repair that addresses the blank instrument cluster.
  3. Bring the recall notice if you have it. Reference recall number 21V589 and Spartan recall 21-13 when you call.
  4. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and pull over safely if the instrument cluster goes blank.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Spartan technician updates the control module software, then reroutes and secures the duct work tied to the instrument cluster issue. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Spartan. If you've already paid for a related control module, instrument cluster, or duct work repair before the recall notice, Spartan has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented eligible expenses. Contact Shyft Group customer service with your repair paperwork and ask how to submit the claim.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

July 29, 2021 NHTSA published the recall
August 6, 2021 VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
August 6, 2021 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
September 15, 2021 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 21V589?

Recall 21V589 covers 2,727 2018-2022 Spartan K1, K2, K3, and K4 RV chassis with an instrument cluster display that can go blank while the vehicle is moving. That blank display can hide speed and warning-light information, increasing crash risk.

What should I do if my 2018-2022 Spartan K1, K2, K3, or K4 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV chassis is included in recall 21V589. If it is, contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the control module software update and duct work rerouting. Reference recall 21V589 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Shyft Group's remedy says Spartan dealers will update the control module software, reroute the duct work, and secure it free of charge.

Is it safe to drive with recall 21V589 open?

Treat the blank instrument cluster as a real safety risk. If the display goes blank, the driver loses critical information such as vehicle speed and warning lights. Schedule the free repair with a franchised Spartan dealer and ask the service desk what to do if the display blanks out before your appointment.

When were owners notified about recall 21V589?

Shyft Group mailed owner notification letters on September 15, 2021. Used RV buyers and owners who moved after purchase still need a VIN check, because the model year and chassis model do not confirm whether a specific vehicle is included.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V589000
Spartan customer service1-800-582-3454
NHTSA recall #21V589
NHTSA recall # (full)21V589000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →