Spartan Motors USA is recalling certain 2007-2008 MM and K2 motorhome chassis manufactured
— Recall Campaign #15V548000
Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2007-2008 MM and K2 motorhome chassis manufactured March 07, 2006, to June 22, 2006. The affected vehicles have tag axles with wheel bearings that may be adjusted too tight, resulting in their overheating during use.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 440 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V548000
| Manufacturer: | Shyft Group |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 01, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V548000 |
| Units affected: | 440 |
- Description:
- Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2007-2008 MM and K2 motorhome chassis manufactured March 07, 2006, to June 22, 2006. The affected vehicles have tag axles with wheel bearings that may be adjusted too tight, resulting in their overheating during use.
- Consequeces:
- If the wheel bearings overheat, there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
- Corrective action:
- Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the wheel bearing load, replacing the bearings as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 14015.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.