Recall 21V752 affects 91 2020-2022 Spartan K3 and K4 vehicles for a power steering pump defect. Repair will be free at Spartan dealers once available.
Spartan is recalling 91 2020-2022 K3 and K4 RV chassis under recall 21V752 because a machining defect can let pressure build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal. If that happens, the vehicle can lose power steering assist, increasing crash risk; the Spartan dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The power steering pump on 2020-2022 Spartan K3 and K4 recreational vehicles supplies hydraulic pressure for steering assist. That assist reduces the effort needed to turn the steering wheel, especially at low speeds, during parking, or when maneuvering a large RV chassis.
In recall 21V752, the problem is inside the pump. A machining defect from the slot grind process left variation in the rotor end face flatness. That defect lets pressure build inside the pump, which can break the shaft seal. Once the seal fails, power steering fluid can leak into the engine oil and the steering system loses assist.
The recall says a loss of power steering assist can happen without warning. The steering wheel still turns, but it takes more effort, and that change can surprise the driver while maneuvering.
Who's affected?
Covers the K3 and K4 lines across the 2020, 2021, and 2022 model years, all tied to the same power steering system.
| 2021 Spartan K3 | power steering system |
|---|---|
| 2022 Spartan K4 | power steering system |
| 2020 Spartan K4 | power steering system |
| 2021 Spartan K4 | power steering system |
| 2020 Spartan K3 | power steering system |
| 2022 Spartan K3 | power steering system |
| Units affected | 91 |
| 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?
A loss of power steering assist raises steering effort and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the assist drops out, so drive cautiously, keep extra space, and schedule service promptly if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Spartan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Spartan K3 or K4 is included in this recall.
- Use Spartan's owner notification letter, mailed November 23, 2021, to ask about remedy timing if your VIN is included.
- Contact a franchised Spartan dealer to ask when the free power-steering-pump inspection and replacement is available for your chassis.
- Reference recall number 21V752 and Spartan recall 21-21 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Loss of power steering assist increases steering effort and crash risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, once the repair is available, a Spartan technician will inspect the power steering pump serial number and replace the pump if the inspection shows it is needed. The dealer repair will be free once it opens, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected vehicles are still within their warranty period. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies to prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| September 27, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 27, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| October 27, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 27, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 23, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V752?
Recall 21V752 covers 91 2020-2022 Spartan K3 and K4 RV chassis with a power steering pump machining defect. Pressure can build in the pump, break the shaft seal, and cause loss of power steering assist, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Spartan K3 or K4 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV chassis is included in recall 21V752. If it is, contact a franchised Spartan dealer or Shyft customer service at 1-800-582-3454 and reference Shyft recall number 21-21.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Shyft Group will inspect the power steering pump serial number and replace the pump free of charge when the recall remedy applies to your vehicle.
Is it safe to drive my Spartan K3 or K4 before the repair?
Shyft did not issue a do-not-drive instruction for recall 21V752. The risk is loss of power steering assist, which makes steering harder and increases crash risk. If steering feels abnormal, stop driving and ask the dealer about towing.
What if I bought my Spartan RV chassis used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your K3 or K4 chassis is included, then give recall 21V752 and Shyft recall number 21-21 to the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V752000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan customer service | 1-800-582-3454 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V752 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V752000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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 →