Flexible exhaust tube may tear
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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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FAQ: Recall 16V313000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V313000?
NHTSA recall 16V313000 was issued by Shyft Group on May 17, 2016. It addresses: Flexible exhaust tube may tear. The recall affects approximately 2,582 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Shyft Group dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V313000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16014. 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.