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2015 SPARTAN K3 Safety Overview

The 2015 SPARTAN K3 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 9 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Suspension:front:control arm
  • Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
  • Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for SPARTAN K3 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2015 SPARTAN K3 17V160000

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Gladiator, 2016-2017 MetroStar, 2012-...

A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V160000: A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/13/2017
2015 SPARTAN K3 16V676000

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2010-2017 Emergency Response K3, Met...

An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V676000: An intermittent loss of power steering assist could increase the risk of a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/19/2016
2015 SPARTAN K3 16V313000

Spartan Motors (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 Spartan K3 and MM motorhome ch...

If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V313000: If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/17/2016
2015 SPARTAN K3 15V471000

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 K2, and K3 vehicles manufa...

A failure of the air suspension system could result in a loss of some vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V471000: A failure of the air suspension system could result in a loss of some... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/28/2015
2015 SPARTAN K3 15V388000

Spartan Motors, Inc.

If the fasteners come loose, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V388000: If the fasteners come loose, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/19/2015
2015 SPARTAN K3 15V211000

Spartan Motors, Inc.

If the tag axle moves off center, vehicle handling may suddenly be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V211000: If the tag axle moves off center, vehicle handling may suddenly be... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/10/2015
2015 SPARTAN K3 14V829000

Spartan Motors, Inc.

Premature wear of the steering slip shaft may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

NHTSA Recall 14V829000: Premature wear of the steering slip shaft may increase the risk of a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/30/2014
2015 SPARTAN K3 14V812000

Spartan Motors, Inc.

If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 14V812000: If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/23/2014
2015 SPARTAN K3 14V747000

Spartan Motors, Inc.

The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 14V747000: The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/24/2014

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.