- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Spartan K3 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2007 Spartan K3 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in May 2016 for the exhaust system.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical K3 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2007 Spartan K3 recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 K2, K3 and MM motorhomes manufactured March 17, 2003, to March 15, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may separate from the fan drive while the fan is spinning.
- The risk
- If the engine area is open and the cooling fan is operating and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.
- The fix
- Spartan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on October 29, 2015. The recall began on October 29, 2015. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 15014.
- The problem
- Spartan Motors Chassis (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 K2, and K3 and 2006-2010 MM motorhome chassis manufactured July 20, 2005, through December 17, 2010. The steering gear mounting brackets may crack and detach resulting in a loss of steering.
- The risk
- A loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Spartan will notify owners. Starting in mid-June 2013, dealers will install a replacement bracket or a reinforcement to the existing bracket. Until the remedy is available, owners may have their vehicle inspected at any Spartan service center. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Notices were mailed to owners on June 24, 2013. Owners can contact Spartan at 1-855-589-9836.
- The problem
- On certain motor homes, the bussman box was incorrectly soldered and could fail.
- The risk
- Electrical power may be lost to components of the major chassis operating systems (engine, transmission, starting, cooling) causing the vehicle to shutdown and/or not be capable of powering up. One or a combination of the following conditions may occur: loss of electrical power to the engine, transmission starting and engine cooling systems, in the operation of the right chassis stop/turn signal and right trailer stop/turn signal, antilock brake system (abs), auxiliary brake system, heater elements in the air dryer, and/or the heater element in the water in-fuel separator, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the defective components. The recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400.
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Spartan K3: every year compared
All K3 years2007 Spartan K3 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Spartan K3 | 0 | 4 | B | |
| 2007 Spartan K224360-025 | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2007 Spartan DP | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 2007 Spartan K3
Does the 2007 Spartan K3 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Spartan K3: exhaust system (May 2016); fan (September 2015); steering (May 2013); fuses and circuit breakers (March 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2007 Spartan K3 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2007 Spartan K3 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 70 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Spartan K3 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Spartan K3 years have the most complaints?
2012 (2), 2023 (2), 2005 (1). See every Spartan K3 year compared.
What should I do if my 2007 Spartan K3 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data