Steering linkage fasteners may loosen
Defect Summary
Spartan motors, inc. (spartan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 gladiator, k2, k3, metrostar, and mm motorhome and emergency response chassis cabs manufactured november 28, 2012, to october 15, 2013. the castle nuts for the steering linkage may loosen, allowing the steering linkage to separate.
Safety Consequence
If the steering linkage separates, a loss of steering control would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on january 26, 2015. owners may contact spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 14023.
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FAQ: Recall 14V812000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V812000?
NHTSA recall 14V812000 was issued by Shyft Group on December 23, 2014. It addresses: Steering linkage fasteners may loosen. The recall affects approximately 277 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V812000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14023. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.