Recall Register

2008 Spartan MM: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for the 2008 Spartan MM. The newest campaign is 16V313000. NHTSA received the report on 17 May 2016. The NHTSA record gives the component Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 16V313000, in the NHTSA record

Spartan will notify the motorhome manufacturers that purchased the affected chassis, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 16014. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-554.
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Recall campaigns

12 campaigns, newest first. 12,828 units in total.

  • 16V313000Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System
  • 15V549000Engine and Engine Cooling / Cooling System / Fan
  • 15V548000Suspension / Rear / Axle / Non-Powered Axle Assembly
  • 13V182000Steering
  • 12V429000Service Brakes, Air / Drum / Chamber
  • 10V288000Steering / Column
  • 09V478000Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Pedals and Linkages
  • 09V184000Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve
  • 08V567000Trailer Hitches
  • 08V491000Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel
  • 08V275000Steering
  • 07V363000Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers

  1. 16V313000Received . 2,582 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan Motors (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 Spartan K3 and MM motorhome chassis manufactured September 21, 2006, to March 23, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear allowing hot exhaust to blow against other components or materials.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan will notify the motorhome manufacturers that purchased the affected chassis, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2016. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 16014. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-554.

    Report filed by Spartan Motors USA. Manufacturer campaign number 16014. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  2. 15V549000Received . 1,212 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling / Cooling System / Fan

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 K2, K3 and MM motorhomes manufactured March 17, 2003, to March 15, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may separate from the fan drive while the fan is spinning.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the engine area is open and the cooling fan is operating and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on October 29, 2015. The recall began on October 29, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15014.

    Report filed by Spartan Motors USA. Manufacturer campaign number 15014. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  3. 15V548000Received . 440 units.

    Suspension / Rear / Axle / Non-Powered Axle Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the wheel bearings overheat, there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    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.

    Report filed by Spartan Motors USA. Manufacturer campaign number 14015. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  4. 13V182000Received . 2,694 units.

    Steering

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan Motors Chassis (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 K2, and K3 and 2006-2010 MM motorhome chassis manufactured July 20, 2005, through December 17, 2010. The steering gear mounting brackets may crack and detach resulting in a loss of steering.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan will notify owners. Starting in mid-June 2013, dealers will install a replacement bracket or a reinforcement to the existing bracket. Until the remedy is available, owners may have their vehicle inspected at any Spartan service center. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Notices were mailed to owners on June 24, 2013. Owners can contact Spartan at 1-855-589-9836.

    Report filed by Spartan Motors, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  5. 12V429000Received . 491 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Drum / Chamber

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 K2 and MM motor home chassis, equipped with a Hendrickson independent front suspension. The front brake chambers may contact the upper control arm of the independent front suspension. Continued contact may result in damage sufficient enough to inhibit the full release of the brakes. If the brakes do not fully release, as they drag, heat could be generated causing the brakes to engage even further.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    As the brakes self-engage, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan chassis will notify owners, and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on Decenber 5, 2012. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-4277 Option 1.

    Report filed by SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 12010. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  6. 10V288000Received . 340 units.

    Steering / Column

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 recreation vehicle chassis manufactured from june 17, 2007 through march 15, 2010 equipped with trw igen3 intermediate steering columns. The weld around the igen3 steering shaft tube that secures the spline tube to the intermediate tube may be mislocated (i.e., not fully over the seam created when the tubes are pressed together.)
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Mislocated welds may result in torsional and axial strength falling below acceptable levels. This condition could result in separation of the steering column, loss of steering control and a vehicle crash without warning.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on july 16, 2010. Owners may contact spartan at spartan chassis at 1-800-543-5008 - option 5.

    Report filed by SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 10013. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  7. 09V478000Received . 70 units.

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Pedals and Linkages

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 mm, k2, and k3 motorhome chassis manufactured from april 27, 2007 and august 11, 2009, equipped with pneumatic and hydraulic adjustable brake pedal assemblies p/nos. 6562618, 6565118, 77025-001, 77025-002, 77025-501, 77050-004, supplied by kongsberg automotive. Some assemblies could contain a drive pin that is below specification and may become disengaged from the brake arm causing separation or loosening of the pedal from the remainder of the assembly.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the drive pin becomes disengaged on the brake pedal assembly, it could result in a loss of vehicle braking function and/or cause the brake pedal to interfere with the throttle pedal function. Either condition could result in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan is working with kongsberg and the vehicle manufacturers to remedy these motorhomes. Please see recall 09e-064. The remedy will be performed by spartan free of charge. The safety recall began on january 8, 2010. Owners may contact spartan toll-free at 1-800-543-4277 - option 1.

    Report filed by SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 09027. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  8. 09V184000Received . 484 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan is recalling 484 model years 2008-2010 adv, bey, fur, glc, gld, k2, k3, mg, mm, mtr, and nvs fire truck, ambulance, and motor home chassis manufactured between july 1 and december 16, 2008 equipped with certain haldex quick release valves (qrv). The rubber diaphragm inside the qrv may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphragm, or the development of a bubble in the diaphragm which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Malfunction of the air brake system could result in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Each vehicle manufacturer will provide a remedy plan and notification schedule. The affected vehicles will be repaired without charge to the owners. Owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or spartan chassis toll-free at 1-800-543-4277.

    Report filed by SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 09005. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  9. 08V567000Received . 2,621 units.

    Trailer Hitches

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan is recalling 2,621 my 2005-2009 k2, my 2006-2009 mg, and my 2007-2009 mm motor home chassis equipped with putnam hitches. Certain trailer hitches may fracture which could result in the loss of the trailer.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Suspect hitches may develop fractures and subsequent separation may occur, resulting in a vehicle crash, property damage or pedestrian harm.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will replace the trailer hitch free of charge. The recall began on january 21, 2009. Owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400.

    Report filed by SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 08023. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  10. 08V491000Received . 9 units.

    Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan is recalling 9 my 2007-2008 fur fire truck cab/chassis and my 2008 mm motor home chassis and gld fire truck cab/chassis equipped with c7 or c9 caterpillar diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    The fuel pump plug may crack causing fuel to leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at-1-800-447-4986 or spartan at 1-800-543-4277.

    Report filed by SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 08021. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  11. 08V275000Received . 213 units.

    Steering

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Spartan chassis is recalling 213 my 2007-2008 mm, and my 2008 k2, k3, and su motor home chassis. Certain chassis fasteners may fracture resulting in poor handling of the vehicle, loss of steering, and/or reduced level of suspension performance.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Loss of steering will increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and replace the fasteners as needed free of charge. The recall began on june 30, 2008. Owners may contact spartan chassis at 1-800-543-4277.

    Report filed by SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 07024. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  12. 07V363000Received . 1,672 units.

    Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    On certain motor home chassis, there may be a loose connection between the bus bar and a grid pad due to the pins being slightly smaller diameters after assembly. Electrical power may be lost to components of the major chassis operating systems (engine, transmission, starting, cooling) causing the vehicle to shut down and/or not be capable of powering up.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Each vehicle could potentially experience a unique circumstance where one or a combination of the following conditions could occur: loss of electrical power to the engine, transmission, starting and engine cooling systems, operation of the right chassis stop/turn signal and right trailer stop/turn signal, the anti-lock brake system, auxiliary brake system, the heater elements in the air dryer, and the heater element in the water-in-fuel separator.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    The dvec bussmann box will be replaced. The recall began on january 16, 2008. Owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400.

    Report filed by SPARTAN CHASSIS, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 07025. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

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Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

  1. 19971
  2. 19982
  3. 19991
  4. 20001
  5. 20011
  6. 20021
  7. 20032
  8. 20043
  9. 20055
  10. 20064
  11. 20079
  12. 200812
  13. 20098
  14. 20109
  15. 20119
  16. 20129
  17. 20139
  18. 20146
  19. 20157
  20. 20162
  21. 20171

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

Official channels

Cite this page

Recall Register. 2008 Spartan MM: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/spartan/mm/2008/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .

Sources

Source
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence
US government work, public domain
Recall file through
29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through
29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file
1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file
Spartan Motors USA

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2008 Spartan MM?
12,828 units in 12 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Spartan MM have for all model years?
NHTSA lists 34 recall campaigns for the Spartan MM, model years 1997 to 2017. 12 of them name the 2008 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2008 Spartan MM open?
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.