Shyft Group | NHTSA Recall #15V388000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V388000 by Shyft Group. Affecting model year 2015-2016 k2, k3 and mm chassis manufactured october 2, 2013, to april 2, 2015 Includes 144 affected units, Rear Stay Rod Fasteners may Loosen, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015-2016 k2, k3 and mm chassis manufactured october 2, 2013, to april 2, 2015

Defect Summary

Spartan motors, inc. (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 k2, k3 and mm chassis manufactured october 2, 2013, to april 2, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the fasteners that attach the stay rod (v-rod) to the rear drive axle may not have been installed with thread locker or tightened in the correct sequence.

Corrective Action

Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fasteners using thread lock, tightening them in the proper sequence and with the required torque values, free of charge. the recall began on august 11, 2015. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. spartan's number for this recall is 15010.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V388000

Manufacturer: Shyft Group

Report Received Date: 2015-06-19T00:00:00

Subject: Rear stay rod fasteners may loosen

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 144

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 15010

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Spartan motors, inc. (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 k2, k3 and mm chassis manufactured october 2, 2013, to april 2, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the fasteners that attach the stay rod (v-rod) to the rear drive axle may not have been installed with thread locker or tightened in the correct sequence.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fasteners using thread lock, tightening them in the proper sequence and with the required torque values, free of charge. the recall began on august 11, 2015. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. spartan's number for this recall is 15010.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 93.18

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NHTSA ID: 15V388000

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Created At: 1742808662

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