Recall 22V531 affects 100 2022-2023 Spartan K1, K2, K3, and K4 chassis vehicles for fractured steering gears. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.
Spartan is recalling 100 2022-2023 K1, K2, K3, and K4 RV chassis vehicles because improperly assembled steering gears can fracture. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash; Spartan dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering gear on 2022-2023 Spartan K1, K2, K3, and K4 chassis is the steering box that turns driver input at the wheel into movement at the front wheels. These chassis use a Meritor independent front suspension with an RH Sheppard steering gear. Inside the gear, recirculating balls help the mechanism move smoothly under load.
On affected chassis, the steering gear was assembled incorrectly during the recirculating ball insertion step. The later rework and inspection steps did not catch gears with missing recirculating balls. Without the correct internal parts, the gear carries load the wrong way and the internal gear can fracture.
The driver can notice steering that feels strained before the internal fracture. There is no sound, warning light, or other visual warning to rely on.
Who's affected?
Covers K4, K2, K1, and K3 across the 2022 and 2023 model years, all tied to the same steering system.
| 2023 Spartan K4 | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2022 Spartan K2 | steering system |
| 2023 Spartan K2 | steering system |
| 2023 Spartan K1 | steering system |
| 2022 Spartan K4 | steering system |
| 2023 Spartan K3 | steering system |
| 2022 Spartan K1 | steering system |
| 2022 Spartan K3 | steering system |
| Units affected | 100 |
| 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 fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash. Before the internal fracture, the steering can feel strained, with no dashboard light or sound to warn you. If your VIN is included, schedule the inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Spartan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Spartan K4, K2, K1, or K3 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Spartan dealer to schedule the free steering-gear inspection and replacement that addresses incorrectly assembled gears that can fracture.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. Reference recall number 22V531 when you call.
- Call Spartan customer service at 855.589.9836 with questions about scheduling or dealer instructions.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop driving if steering feels abnormal.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Spartan technician inspects the steering gear assembly and replaces the steering gear if the inspection shows it is needed. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Spartan has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid out of pocket for a related steering gear repair before the recall notice. Bring repair invoices, receipts, and payment records to the service desk so the dealer can explain how to submit the claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 22, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 12, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| August 12, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 12, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 31, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V531?
Recall 22V531 covers 100 2022-2023 Spartan K1, K2, K3, and K4 RV chassis with steering gears that were assembled incorrectly and can fracture. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control. Spartan will inspect and replace the steering gears for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Spartan K1, K2, K3, or K4 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific RV chassis is included in recall 22V531. If it is, contact a franchised Spartan dealer or Spartan RV Chassis customer service at 855.589.9836 to arrange the steering gear inspection and repair. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Spartan will inspect and replace the affected steering gears free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2022, so the dealer repair is available now.
Is it safe to drive my Spartan RV chassis before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order, but the steering risk is serious. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, ask the dealer or Spartan customer service whether the vehicle should be moved before inspection.
What if I bought my Spartan RV chassis used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received Spartan's letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your 2022-2023 K1, K2, K3, or K4 chassis is included, then reference recall 22V531 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V531000 |
|---|---|
| Spartan customer service | 855.589.9836 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V531 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V531000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (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 →