When in operation, the pre-heater requires good engine ground. However, the alternators are not grounded through the case, limiting the ground for engine electrical components. The pre-heater amperage can then ground to the steel braided air compressor hose...
1987-1995 · 8 model years
Spartan IC Chassis Problems by year
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the Spartan IC Chassis across 8 model years, and it has 2 recalls. The 1995 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the acceleration & cruise control, followed by the suspension.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
IC Chassis complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common IC Chassis problems
Spartan IC Chassis recalls 2
Proper operation of the throttle linkage can be restricted by interference with the air compressor breather tube.
Latest IC Chassis complaints
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle speed control activated unexpectedly and resulted in the rpms holding steady. The problem appeared after driving for a half hour at 55-60 mph. The vehicle was seen by several different dealers who were unable to duplicate the problem. There is a recall, nhtsa 96v201000, concerning the vehicle speed control, however the vin was not included in the recall. The contact disconnected the vehicle speed control today and alerted the manufacturer. Updated 10/17/2006 - applying the brakes did not deactivated the cruise control. *Nm
Had rec'd recall (93v028000) for the rear spring mounts which had failed because of weak welding design on right side suspension. The left rear axle had cracks shown above tire. The metal piece was bolted, twisted and shows cracks. Dealership: colorado chassis inc. Commerce city co 303 292 9559 (dan gray) recall #93v028000. Ts
The man received a recall letter in november of 1996 for a cruise control. The manufacturer stil has not received the parts to fix the motorhome, and now the cruise control is inoperative. *Ak the problem was resolved. Manufacturer replaced cruise control four months ago.*Yh
Questions about the Spartan IC Chassis
Which Spartan IC Chassis years have the most problems?
What are the most common Spartan IC Chassis problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the acceleration & cruise control (2), suspension (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Spartan IC Chassis have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls across all Spartan IC Chassis model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data